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"Motion without meaning serves no purpose."
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Form 2 |
Form 3 |
Form 4 |
Form 5 |
Form 6 |
Form 7 |
Form 8
Forms are skeletal structures of self
defense techniques. To practice forms or kata without knowing the
application of the moves would be like learning how to speak French, but
not knowing what you are actually saying.
In Kenpo when a student is taught a form they are taught an application
for the moves that they are learning. In knowing what each move is for
the student can then place proper emphasis at the right moment.
Hidden within each form are movements which are simplistic by nature,
but are designed to blind, emasculate, maim, break, tear, dislocate,
sweep, throw, buckle, strike, lock, choke, strangle, block, parry,
evade, etc. Often the correct moves and angles necessary for
effectiveness are disguised or hidden (such as groundwork techniques
practiced standing up but which are just as effective laying down) for
the student to question and discover their true applications.
Motion without meaning serves no purpose. Therefore, be sure to study
the applications presented within the forms.
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