Aude (Godan) from France came here as a Renshusei. A former member of the French National Team (WKF). Aude is a passionate karateka who, post competition years, has sought the traditional way of Karate.
As a competitor Aude stated that 組手 (Kumite) was the prime focus; however, now as a senior grade, it is on 型 (Kata) and its 応用 (OYO/APPLICATION), not merely BUNKAI (ANALYSIS)
I’m very impressed by Aude’s ability to quickly assimilate new skills and refined variations of various waza. Much time was given to the 基本 (kihon/fundamentals) of budo karate, which inseparably links to 型 (kata) and 組手 (kumite).
Insofar as kata was concerned, an interest in 鶴翼 (Kakuyoku) was conveyed on the first day. Accordingly, I’ve checked and re-taught Kakuyoku Shodan in accordance with the standards set by Asai Tetsuhiko Sensei and IKS. Needless to say, as always, applications of each action was also covered.
Overall, it was great to have Aude here in the Dojo as a Renshusei and also to spend some nice times together outside of training.
押忍！
André
© André Bertel. Oita City, Japan (2024).
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