Kihon
These are the basic techniques which give shape to the kata and our practice. They broadly cover the following areas:
- Stances and postures.
- Blocking/deflecting techniques.
- Leg attacks.
- Hand attacks.
- Throwing techniques.
- Pressure point techniques.
- Other techniques such as break falls, rolls, grappling etc.
They are practised alone, with a partner or within a group. They can be done empty handed, with a bo, jo, bokken or tanto.