Judo takedown possibilities in the Uechi Kumite framework.

Sensei Mattson:

A brief description of what I hope to teach at the Summerfest.

Kuzushi in Uechi and how to use it grappling.

Ukemi both as a way of breaking the force of a fall and also a way of initiating a throw.

Tenshin grappling drill

Takedowns which occur in Dan Kumite

The throw in Point 2 which is blocked to the side, we'll take to where it is supposed to go.

The throw possibility after the catch of the roundhouse in Point 3, two different takedowns there.

Same with 4 and point 5, maybe a hip throw for point 1.

Various alternative throws in point 6, renrakuwaza or combination throws, throws for the opponent being thrown to reverse it otherwise known as sutemiwaza. Also some Sambo methods which I find make the standard point six takedown work better.

A lot to cover and rather ambitious but we'll get it done

I'll cover this on Friday and Saturday if You would like.

Yours,

Fred Channell

Dynamic Kid's Classes
Junior Program Administrator
Rose Dyer is in charge of the children's program. She has the amazing talent for keeping his charges busy all day long, alternating physical outdoor classes with indoor role playing, games and innovative programs. Rose will be assisted by Ken Shiff and his team of instructors.
Topics to be covered will include:

· Self-defense techniques specifically designed for kids. These defense maneuvers are easily learned, remembered, extremely effective and practical;

· The class will instill confidence;

· Children will learn personal safety for and in all types of real life situations;

· Techniques on how to achieve and maintain emotional control when faced with violent situations either physical or verbal;

· Where personal boundaries are when faced with adults in social situations;

· How to recognize dangerous situations and to say no with confidence;

· Each seminar will discuss one safety topic in addition to practical skills. Children will then demonstrate several of the techniques that they will have learned during the demonstration period held in the evenings.

I have taught this class to my own students for the past eight years with tremendous results. I am looking forward to teaching this safety-kids program at this year's summer camp. These seminars will be co-instructed by Tracy Capone, Sandan and assisted by Katie Dyer. The classes are designed to be taught at every session.

Thank you for the opportunity to share with our Uechi family.

Respectfully,

Rose A. Dyer Instructor/Godan