Aïkido Knowledge base
Ki Musubi No Tachi
| N° | Uketachi | Uchitachi |
| 2 3 |
Blending ki, raise the ken up over the head breathing deeply. |
Same movement as Uke. |
| 4 5 |
Lower the Ken to your right side. |
Same movement as Uke. |
| 6 7 |
Step forward with the right foot and strike with Shomen Uchi. (Besure to strike down fully) |
Shomen Uchi Komi |
| 8 |
Thrust as the opponent raises his Ken. |
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| 9 10 |
Make a flowing strike to the left. As shown, point the ken at your opponent for a thrust |
Shomen Uchi Komi |
| 11 12 |
From below, control your opponent's wrist. |
In preparation for another strike, raise the Ken up over the head. |
| 13 | Return to the initial stance. |
Return to the initial stance. |
