Ushiro Ryote-tori Kokyu Ho

Kokyu Ho is one of the technical pillars of Aikido. It is both a strike and an exercise, and takes many forms and execution styles. At Hombu Dojo, classes often begin with some form of Kokyu Ho. Some instructors call this technique Kokyu Nage, while others even call it Sokumen Irimi Nage. There are countless ways to apply it; here I demonstrate what I consider to be the basic form and some possible variations that I use in my practice. Filmed at Seimeikan Dojo, Rua Vergueiro, 7428, Ipiranga, São Paulo/SP, Brazil. Filming and editing: Stefano Fernandes (808 films) Uke: Frederico Bacelar (3rd dan) Dogi, Hakama, and belt: @Tamashii Kokoro Leonardo Sensei teaches classes at Seimeikan Dojo, Rua Vergueiro, 7428, Ipiranga. www.aikidoleonardosodre.com.br