Tekki Shodan Bunkai - How to Use Karate for Ground Fighting

Naihanchi or Tekki Shodan is one of the oldest and most popular katas in karate. It's also one of the most unusual. Some say the techniques were designed for fighting in alleys, on boats, on horseback, working as a bodyguard, or—my personal favorite—defending yourself while standing on a rice paddy. The idea that makes the most sense to me, however, is that Naihanchi/Tekki Shodan was designed for ground fighting. Specifically, when you’re stuck flat on your back. Think about it... Falling or being knocked to the ground in a street fight is an age-old problem. Doesn't it make sense that the old karate masters set aside a few special moves to prepare for that situation? I think so! In that spirit, here is some bunkai for the first four movements of Naihanchi/Tekki Shodan as applied to ground fighting. Of course, we'll never know for sure what the masters had in mind, but if this helps you get more value out of your practice, great! 👍🏼Thanks for LIKING and SUBSCRIBING! 🔔 http://bit.ly/SenseiAndo Keep fighting for a happy life! 🥧 BUY ME A PIECE OF PIE: (Thank you!) https://paypal.me/SenseiAndo 🖥️ ONLINE VIDEO COURSES https://www.senseiando.com/school/ 💪🏼TRAIN WITH ANDO (Online or in-person): https://www.senseiando.com/train-with... ✅7-DAY MARTIAL ARTS CHALLENGE! https://www.senseiando.com/updates/ ▶︎ Website: http://www.senseiando.com ▶︎ Instagram:   / ando_mierzwa   ▶︎ Facebook:   / senseiando   👕 Tee Shirts: Shop: https://teespring.com/stores/happy-li... ❌WARNING: The advice and movements shown in this video are for informational and educational purposes only. Consult a doctor before engaging in any exercise or martial arts program. #naihanchi #tekki #groundfighting