In this instructional video series, Steve Cunningham presents not just the mechanics of throwing techniques, but the critical technical information about what makes them work. Cunningham-sensei provides an introductory survey of some of the principles of the various techniques of the Go Kyo No Waza and other throws of the Kodokan syllabus. He describes the basic movement pattern of each technique and talks the viewer through the elements involved in executing the throws according to the principle of Seiryoku Zenyo, or maximum efficiency.
A sample of defense, which is based on spoiling the principle of the attacker's throw, is presented to enhance understanding of how the throw operates. Some historical or background information about the throws fills out this introductory but detailed analysis of each set of throwing techniques.
These are information-dense videos for instruction and reference. The pace of the presentation is steady but unhurried, allowing the viewer to select and review within sections according to individual needs and preference.
This is not a sound bite style of instruction, but one which gives serious attention to the entire structure of each throw from the inside out.
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