Monday, February 12, 2007

Tentchi-nage

(heaven and earth throw) 3rd form attack

As soon as your partner's right hand catches your shoulder, turn to your right giving him no chance to punch you with his right hand. Try to keep contact with his arm across your back. Now with this movement, he should be moving on the outside of you. Change your direction by stepping back with your left foot. Your left arm comes over the top of your partner's right, with a cutting action towards the mat. Your right foot makes a zig-zag step towards his rear and your right arm pushes across his left shoulder. Keep your forward leg slightly bent and shoulders relaxed.