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| − | '''Gedan-kobushi | + | '''Gedan-kobushi dachi''' (literally: “low-level-fist stance”), or the '''low-level fighting stance''' is a [[Fighting stance|fighting stance]] variant where your lead hand is angled downward, at [[Kyūsho#Groin|groin]]-level, as though you just completed a [[Downward-fist block|downward-fist block]]. |
| − | This stance leaves your upper body | + | This stance intentionally leaves your upper body exposed, goading the opponent to attack your head. By intentionally creating an opening, you can decide when and how the opponent attacks; forcing them to act on your terms, instead of on theirs. While your head appears completely vulnerable, it is ''completely protected because you are aware that it is open''. Since the opponent will become fixated on attacking your head, you only need to worry about defending your head and counterattacking, which can greatly simplify your life. |
[photos of gedan-kobushi-dachi from the front and side.] | [photos of gedan-kobushi-dachi from the front and side.] | ||
Latest revision as of 20:10, 3 February 2021
Gedan-kobushi dachi (literally: “low-level-fist stance”), or the low-level fighting stance is a fighting stance variant where your lead hand is angled downward, at groin-level, as though you just completed a downward-fist block.
This stance intentionally leaves your upper body exposed, goading the opponent to attack your head. By intentionally creating an opening, you can decide when and how the opponent attacks; forcing them to act on your terms, instead of on theirs. While your head appears completely vulnerable, it is completely protected because you are aware that it is open. Since the opponent will become fixated on attacking your head, you only need to worry about defending your head and counterattacking, which can greatly simplify your life.
[photos of gedan-kobushi-dachi from the front and side.]
Since this gambit requires extreme confidence, and a high degree of evasion and blocking skill to succeed, it is typically reserved for advanced students.
