by Scott Hamilton | Jun 11, 2021
Chi Ryaku Tenpu Gassho (地略天風合掌) “Earth Strategy Heaven Wind Unite Palm” Position The index finger and thumb of each hand touch forming a ring, similar to forming the “OK” gesture. The rest of the fingers are held together and extended straight.... by Scott Hamilton | Jun 11, 2021
Jin Ryaku Hanno Funitsu no Gassho (人略反応沸の合掌) “Person Strategy Response Seething Unite Palm” Position The ring finger and thumb touch to form a ring. The rest of the fingers are held out extended. Take the ring of one hand and interlock it with the other,... by Scott Hamilton | Jun 11, 2021
Sanpo Gassho (三法合掌) “Three Method Unite Palm” The sanpo gassho is a meditative exercise done at the beginning of each gata. It involves holding the hands in a specific way, while visualizing certain thoughts and imagery. The primary point of performing... by Scott Hamilton | Jun 11, 2021
Ten Ryaku Uchu Gassho (天略宇宙合掌) “Heaven Strategy Space Unite Palms” Positioning Clasp your hands together in front of your chest, with the fingers interlocking and thumbs both on top of the hand touching. When beginning a kata, extends your arms to your...