Intro to Goju Ryu Saifa Kata - Basics, Stances and Tips
Saifa is traditionally the third kata taught in Goju Ryu, and the name translates to “smash and tear“.
Welcome to Saifa 101! This intro to Saifa is a step-by-step walkthrough of the kata, explaining the finer points of the kata as taught in our OGKK-affiliated dojo. Learn the stepping, hand techniques and subtle detail of this beautiful and deadly kata. We work on basics, stances and tips for this kata, as well as common mistakes.
Chapters:
00:00 - Opening moves - zenkutsudachi, musubidachi, break, shikodachi, uraken
03:07 - second section: double block, maegeri, double punch, fist smash
06:10 - kiai point: hammer fist, short punch
08:15 - Ending: gyaku-zuki (reverse punch), mawashi uke
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Once you’ve watched this, please check out our Saifa bunkai video to expand your knowledge:
Instructor:
Che Jagger, 5th Dan, OGKK
Head instructor and owner, Goju Ryu Karate Centre
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Video producer:
Zoe Jagger-Hinis, 2nd Dan, OGKK
Assistant instructor, dojo administrator, blogger and karate historian
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