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Wari Uke – Internal Mechanics In this video we explore several key principles of Okinawan karate—Wari Uke, Gamaku, and Nagare—with clear demonstrations that show how these ideas actually function inside the body. Wari Uke, often translated as “splitting block,” uses both hands working together at close range. Because of this, it is commonly described as […]
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