Kata-dori Men-uchi - Kokyu Nage

Welcome to this Aikido tutorial video featuring the Sensi Mohamed Elsayed. In this video, Sensi Mohamed will demonstrate the Kata-dori Men-uchi - Kokyu Nage technique.
Kata-dori Men-uchi:
Kata-dori: This refers to a shoulder grab.
Men-uchi: This indicates a strike to the head, particularly the front of the face, usually with the hand or the edge of the hand.
Kokyu Nage:
Kokyu: Translated as "breath power" or "breath timing". In Aikido, "kokyu" refers to the coordination of breath with movement and is intrinsic to the generation of power in many techniques.
Nage: This means "throw".
Putting it all together, "Kata-dori Men-uchi - Kokyu Nage" describes a scenario where the defender (nage) is dealing with an attacker (uke) who is attempting to grab their shoulder and deliver a strike to their head. The defender utilizes the principles of breath power and timing (kokyu) to execute a throw (nage).
Here's a basic breakdown of the technique:
Initial Attack: Uke initiates by stepping forward to grab the defender's shoulder (kata-dori) and prepares to strike the defender's head (men-uchi).
Blend with the Attack: As the uke moves in, nage moves to the side (irimi) or turns (tenkan) to blend with the incoming attack and avoid the men-uchi strike.
Capture the Attacker's Balance: The defender, by using kokyu principles, disrupts the attacker's posture and balance. This could involve movements like leading the attacker's arm upwards, downwards, or in a circular motion.
Throw (Nage): Once the attacker's balance is compromised, the defender uses the generated kokyu power to execute a throw, redirecting the attacker's momentum and energy to the ground.
Completion: Nage finishes the technique by ensuring that uke is safely on the ground, while they are in a stable and controlled posture, ready for any subsequent actions.
Throughout this tutorial, Sensi Mohamed ElSayed provides clear and detailed instructions on how to perform the Kata-dori Men-uchi - Kokyu Nage technique effectively. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced Aikido practitioner, this video is sure to enhance your understanding of this powerful technique.
So, if you're ready to improve your Aikido skills and learn how to defend yourself in a real-world situation, be sure to watch this video and follow along with Mohamed Elsayed's Sensi.