Fujita sensei study part two

Here's a reminder of the list of principles I study in relation to Fujita.

1. Irimi
2. Sumi otoshi...mae otoshi
3. Hanmi, hanmi, hanmi
4. Up/ down
5. Natural, don't push...don't pull
6. Round ( circle)
7. Samurai walk
8. Same
9. Armswing
10. D
11. Project through the ground
12. One step
13. Laser = mind, body, kokyu aimed at one point
14. Triangle, circle, square
15. Whole body movement
16. Gyaku,aihanmi,ryote dori,ushiro ryote dori
17. Use center( hara)
18. Posture, taisabaki, technique
19. Hand as " playmobil" figure
20. Attack centerline/ spine

Today I would like to discuss point 2 of this list.

Sumi otoshi, mae otoshi.

Also known as triangle point in judo. Here's a picture which shows the mae otoshi point of your partner.

 Likewise the sumi otoshi point is located to the rear of your partner.
Fujita sensei is known for the use of these two points in his teachings. Watch the next clip from Youtube.

Fujita sensei gives attention to sumi otoshi point

Here's a clip which shows how to use both points dynamically. Music included :)

I have come to believe that in every aikido movement one or both these points are to be used.
Enjoy practice.

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