Kumite (Fighting).
Types of Sente (Fighting Initiatives).
SEN-SEN-NO-SEN - During sparring, being able to predict an opponent's intended attack and initiating a successful counteroffensive. The tactic where Uke counters before Tori can initiate his attack
SEN-NO-SEN = Japan. 'Seizing initiative'. To attack between the opponent's decision to attack and his committed movement. The tactic where Uke blocks and counters at the same time after Tori attacks. As soon as the opponent opens up and commits an attack, attack him to take the advantage. Initiating a successful counterattack to a failed attack.
GO-NO-SEN - 'Block then counter'. Uke blocks then counters after Tori attacks. Leading the opponent into a situation where you have the advantage. Inducing the opponent to act, then taking advantage of an opponent's tactic.
Jiyu-Gumite (Sparring).
JIYU-GUMITE - 'Free sparring'. The 'sparring' aspects of Karate. Under controlled conditions, students are able to perform practical combat applications against one-another.
The rules of Dojo Jiyu-gumite are sometimes based on the fighting principles of competition sparring. The exceptions are that Jiyu-gumite, in Wadoryu, allows the controlled use of knee, elbow, grappling application, and take-downs, etc.
All Dojo Jiyu-gumite MUST adhere to the correct methods of 'contact-control', required for safe and beneficial sparring-combat.
The rules of Dojo Jiyu-gumite are sometimes based on the fighting principles of competition sparring. The exceptions are that Jiyu-gumite, in Wadoryu, allows the controlled use of knee, elbow, grappling application, and take-downs, etc.
All Dojo Jiyu-gumite MUST adhere to the correct methods of 'contact-control', required for safe and beneficial sparring-combat.
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JIYU-GUMITE - 'Free sparring'. The 'sparring' aspects of Karate. Under controlled conditions, students are able to perform practical combat applications against one-another.
The rules of Jiyu-gumite are sometimes based on the fighting principles of Competition Sparring. The exceptions are that Jiyu-gumite, in Wadoryu, allows the controlled use of knee, elbow, grappling application, throws and take-downs, etc. All Dojo Jiyu-gumite MUST adhere to the correct methods of 'contact-control', required for safe and beneficial sparring-combat.
Rules of British Wadokai Jiyu-Gumite.
a. Prior to the start of the Jiyu-gumite, the Sensei/Sempai shall state any necessary restrictions within the sparring match.
b. Students must wear the correct BWK recommended Karate protection (Bogu), which must conform to either the white elasticised/velcro style or official WKF (red/blue/white) equipment. Hand-mitts and Shin & Instep pads MUST be worn at all times in club-sparring.
c. It is recommended that students wear protective groin guards, breast protectors (female), and gum-shields. Gum shields and groin guards MUST be worn at all times in sparring competition.
d. Students must be in good health, with no pre-existing illness or injuries.
e. Contact is limited to NO MORE than; LIGHT contact to the face, MEDIUM contact to the body/trunk only.
f. Considerations must always be made to the age and capabilities of each opponent. Take each opponent as an ‘individual’ who may need differing needs and conditions to others to gain the best benefit from each club sparring-match. Club sparring is NOT competition; it is a practise and learning experience.
g. There will no technique/s directed towards the throat, neck, groin, or knee.
h. No excessive contact, DANGEROUS throws, or takedowns will be permitted. Deliberate violation of this rule will result in instant exclusion from Jiyu-gumite, leading to the possible expulsion of the club.
i. The Sensei has the right to implement additional rules and restrictions that he sees fit, to promote safe and beneficial sparring within his Dojo.
Exceptions from sparring:
a. Students who suffer from any kind of MEDICAL CONDITION where the practise could be detrimental to the health of the student.
b. Females, students under the age of 16 and over the age of 40 will not be 'forced' into free-fighting of any kind.
c. Students under the age of 8 years.
The rules of Jiyu-gumite are sometimes based on the fighting principles of Competition Sparring. The exceptions are that Jiyu-gumite, in Wadoryu, allows the controlled use of knee, elbow, grappling application, throws and take-downs, etc. All Dojo Jiyu-gumite MUST adhere to the correct methods of 'contact-control', required for safe and beneficial sparring-combat.
Rules of British Wadokai Jiyu-Gumite.
a. Prior to the start of the Jiyu-gumite, the Sensei/Sempai shall state any necessary restrictions within the sparring match.
b. Students must wear the correct BWK recommended Karate protection (Bogu), which must conform to either the white elasticised/velcro style or official WKF (red/blue/white) equipment. Hand-mitts and Shin & Instep pads MUST be worn at all times in club-sparring.
c. It is recommended that students wear protective groin guards, breast protectors (female), and gum-shields. Gum shields and groin guards MUST be worn at all times in sparring competition.
d. Students must be in good health, with no pre-existing illness or injuries.
e. Contact is limited to NO MORE than; LIGHT contact to the face, MEDIUM contact to the body/trunk only.
f. Considerations must always be made to the age and capabilities of each opponent. Take each opponent as an ‘individual’ who may need differing needs and conditions to others to gain the best benefit from each club sparring-match. Club sparring is NOT competition; it is a practise and learning experience.
g. There will no technique/s directed towards the throat, neck, groin, or knee.
h. No excessive contact, DANGEROUS throws, or takedowns will be permitted. Deliberate violation of this rule will result in instant exclusion from Jiyu-gumite, leading to the possible expulsion of the club.
i. The Sensei has the right to implement additional rules and restrictions that he sees fit, to promote safe and beneficial sparring within his Dojo.
Exceptions from sparring:
a. Students who suffer from any kind of MEDICAL CONDITION where the practise could be detrimental to the health of the student.
b. Females, students under the age of 16 and over the age of 40 will not be 'forced' into free-fighting of any kind.
c. Students under the age of 8 years.
