Gumo Sword Form and Cutting in Practice
- jc00106
- Nov 15, 2023
- 1 min read
Demonstrating cutting from the cloud technique of Gumo. It is interesting that even with the extension of the sword, a relaxed state while power is generated from the center is important. (I ran out of ties for the tatami mat, so it started unraveling in a few places.) Hope you find this helpful. Video link, below: -J. Chris
Soke Chris is smooth and maintaining his center. His GUMO form follows this, although much of it is hidden from the casual viewer. I haven't seen Soke's smooth underhanded draw, yet. Yet!
It would be great to hear about and see everyone's thoughts and techniques regarding maintaining center, applying energy from the center, and using weapons as an extension of our forms / movements.