Directly Taught by Yanagawa Masahiro: A Collection of Training Methods for Improved Martial Arts Skills

Embark on a journey of martial arts mastery with the unique training methods directly imparted by Master Yanagawa Masahiro, renowned for his profound understanding and masterful techniques in martial arts.

Contents:

1. Theory of the Midline

• Introduction to the concept of the midline
• Squats for foundational strength
• Fists standing on end for stability
• Backward bending for flexibility
• Waist rotation for agility
• Shifting the midline for dynamic movement

2. Theory of Floating and Sinking Bodies

• Introduction to floating and sinking bodies
• Heel strikes on the floor to develop grounding
• Building foundational strength for floating bodies
• Thigh lifting exercises
• Spinning kick from shikodachi stance
• Extending distance for effective strikes

3. Theory of Footwork that Does Not Settle

• Importance of dynamic footwork
• Moving with the hips to maintain balance
  • Walking foot technique
  • Leaning foot technique
  • Sending foot technique
• Training methods for footwork that maintains agility and balance
  • Switching feet
  • Turning without shifting the midline
• Shiko practice to strengthen knee bending
• Swing practice to refine walking technique

4. Theory of Forward Thrust

• Basics of forward thrust movements
• Application of basic thrusting techniques
• Continuous attack drills:
  • Two consecutive forward thrusts
  • Three consecutive one-handed thrusts
• Speed training methods
• Techniques to enhance rigidity and precision

5. Attack and Defense of the Midline

• Mastery of Nagashi-tsuki techniques
• Variations in Nagashi-tsuki for varied combat situations

About Masahiro Yanagawa: Masahiro Yanagawa is the founder of Nisei Nitenryu Jujitsu Kenpo and holds the 8th Dan in Wado-ryu Karate. His martial arts expertise and teachings are highly regarded for their depth and effectiveness.

Instruction and Supervision:
Hiramatsu Yoshio, head of the Nisei Nitenryu Jujitsu Kenpo Aichi Training Club, has been dedicated to Yanagawa's teachings since 1991. He continues to promote and share Yanagawa Karate through various platforms, including blogs and instructional videos.

Language: Japanese