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Video Vol #3 Bojutsu Download
This presentation on bojutsu/棒術 introduces the learner to the four ritualised patterns of development employed in our contemporary method; Oshiro-ha Yamane-ryu Kobudo/大城派山根流古武道. The fundamental exercises represent the foundation skills necessary in preparing to study Shuji/周氏の棍, Sakugawa/佐久川の棍, Yonekawa/米川の棍, Shirotaru/白樽の棍, Chinen Shikiyanaka/知念喜屋仲の棍 and Pechin Kumibo/雲上組棒. Viewed from various angles, the presentation includes; 1. Fundamental postures 2. Techniques of receiving, trapping & deflection 3.Swinging, grip changes, bo manipulation & body movement & 4. Kata/型 ~ Koryu no Kon/古流の棍 ~ a contemporary routine culminating the principal techniques of Oshio Chojo’s bojutsu.
Oshiro-ha Yamane-ryu Kobudo/大城派山根流古武道
This unique method, represents a contemporary practice based upon the studies of researcher, author and instructor, Patrick McCarthy, Hanshi 9th Dan. Having studied directly under Richard Kim [1917-2001], Inoue Motokatsu [1918-1992] and Kinjo Hiroshi [1919-2013], McCarthy’s study was further influenced by lengthy research, extensive cross-training, and an informal association with a pantheon of other notable instructors; i.e. Sakagami Ryusho [1915-1993], Matayoshi Shinpo [1922-1997], Akamine Eisuke [1925-1998], Kuniba Shogo [1935-1992], Shimabuku Eizo [1925-2017], Hayashi Teruo [1924-2004] & Nakamoto Masahiro [1938].
Of the four principal sources, under which McCarthy’s Okinawan instructor [Kinjo Hiroshi] studied, was Oshiro Chojo/大城朝恕 [1887-1935]. In addition to his passion for Karate, Oshiro is best remembered for his incredible skill with the Rokushaku bo/六尺棒. Deeply inspired by Oshiro’s far-reaching legacy, and with the blessings of Kinjo Sensei, the name Oshiro-ha Yamane-ryu Kobudo, examples a sincere desire to pay tribute and homage to a wonderfully unique lineage.
Approximate running time 90 minutes.
Price: US$29.95
