Renzoku-waza means combination techniques. These are very short
forms, usually consisting of block-attacks taken from the
kata. These are practiced in order to improve understanding of the kata. In Kansas City we practice a number of renzoku-waza including:
Ten no Kata, developed by Master Funakoshi who said "The Ten no Kata may
be called the introductory kata to sparring, and thus is is a kata for sparring
to be practiced by oneself. Always imagine an opponent and practice this
form diligently."
Nidan Renzoku-waza, the block attack combinations demonstrated during the
nidan (second degree black belt) examination.
Kumite Renzoku-waza, combinations of up to six techniques developed by Jon
Beltram around 1970 to improve fighting technique.
Tai Sabaki, body shifting combinations.
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