Okinawa Kobayashi Ryu Volume 2: Practical! Staff Techniques
The Essence of Ryukyu (Okinawan) Kobudo... Bold and Vigorous, Robust Weapons
Introducing the art of staff techniques, one of Okinawa's two major traditional martial arts alongside nunchaku. In Okinawa, a staff is traditionally referred to as "kon." This volume covers Kobayashi Ryu's practical techniques that emphasize the combat effectiveness of the staff, ranging from basic to advanced techniques, traditional forms, and applied techniques. Kazumasa Yokoyama provides detailed instruction and explanations in a seminar-style format directly addressing viewers.
Contents:
- Basic Forms
- Traditional Forms
- Basics (Grip, Stance, Posture)
- Striking Points
- Blocking Techniques
- Attacking Techniques
- Applied Techniques
- Partner Drills
- Practical Techniques
Instructor and Supervision: Kazumasa Yokoyama
Born in 1958 in Kanagawa Prefecture. Since childhood, he has been familiar with judo, kendo, and karate. During high school, he practiced boxing and wrestling, and later studied Chinese martial arts from a master of the Eight Step Praying Mantis style, Wei Xiaodong, in Taiwan. Seeking his own martial arts path in Okinawa Karate, he immersed himself deeply in the Shuri-te tradition of the Kobayashi Ryu. During his training days in Okinawa, he was invited by Americans and moved to Houston, USA, where he established the Kenshin Kan. Known as a "flash striker" to the point of being called "invisible hands," he has focused on his research and activities after concluding his previous teachings.
