The first hour of class was dedicated to stretching, ido kihon, and kiso tanren. One technique I want to work on ouside the dojo in particular, is the front kick with the back leg from kenkutsu-dachi. Numerous punches and kicks were done from each side and in rapid succession. Sensai said that this is how classes in Okinawa are structured.  This was quite tiring, and an excellent workout.

Broke into small groups to perform kata. When evaluating others’ kata, Sensai talked about the importance of first offering praise and positive feedback, and not criticism and correction. This really stuck with me, and thinking about it has made me realize I need to do a better job of remembering this and applying it in all parts of my life.

Regarding the turn after the kosa-dachi in Pinan Yondan, Sensai pointed out that you should step across with your right foot to turn into the nekoashi-dachi.

Unfortunately, I had to leave prior to Sai practice and photos.