Not sure whether You Tube applies but just found this excellent video of Kanei Uechi http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cjF66bbw-Q8

I can't translate Russian, however I know Tamayose San quite well and hopefully you may find this info interesting. Tamayose was a direct student of Master Kanei, before opening his own dojo above his house in Ginowan. Tamayose is a very introspective person even for an Okinawan. As a young man his ...

The bicycle tube inovation is a great idea.This type of training ephasises the need to be flexible and have spring in your movement.
I am reminded of a quote from Nakamatsu Sensei, whom I interviewed for an article in an Australiasian Fighting Arts magazine way back in the mid 80s. He said that ...

Hi Bill,
I think this is the link you are referring to... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qUMHyjES ... re=related

I totally agree that the jars training is an exaggeration and is there to strenthen and ensure the full range of movement is engaged. In using the jars I tend to lean slightly forward (by the way, I am in no way putting myself in the same category as masters such as Sensi Gushi). I find that it ...

Can I put in my 2 cents worth.

Whilst training in Okinawa I was informed that it was necesary to adopt the "tilted/curved" position whilst using the jars to fully engage and develop the upper back, shoulders, and forearms. I.e. in the more upright position the legs tend to take the weight.

I also ...