This is a very convenient stance, in particular for attacking
the side or front in a jumping motion. It is frequently used for
blocking and serves as a preparatory stance for moving into
the next manoeuvre.
Full, side or half facing in both attack and defence
Body weight on the stationary foot
When the weight is rested on the right foot it is a right
stance, and vice versa
Cross one foot over or behind the other, touching the
ground slightly with the ball of the foot
One foot always crosses over the front of the other with the
exception of a jumping motion
the side or front in a jumping motion. It is frequently used for
blocking and serves as a preparatory stance for moving into
the next manoeuvre.
Full, side or half facing in both attack and defence
Body weight on the stationary foot
When the weight is rested on the right foot it is a right
stance, and vice versa
Cross one foot over or behind the other, touching the
ground slightly with the ball of the foot
One foot always crosses over the front of the other with the
exception of a jumping motion
X-Stance
Kyocha Sogi
Kyocha Sogi
