Here are my notes from the master’s class that I taught to black belts at Dinoto Karate Center in Mount Laurel NJ.
- Base (foundation) does not require strength.
- Regardless of your opponent’s size or strength, you will always be able to deal with them if you understand, control and maintain your base regardless of whether you are standing up or on the ground.
- Understanding of base has to do with the understanding of your energy with respect to your opponents energy. Stay relaxed and control your breathing.
- Feel and “sense” the energy and angles of your opponent.
- Understand how powerful a subtle adjustment in angle, height and position can be.
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