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This DVD covers ashisabaki or footwork, the foundation of any martial art. Obata Toshishiro-sensei demonstrates various ashisabaki exercises, as well as taiso (body warmups), taisabaki (body movement), and sotai (partner practice, using sword on some techniques). Obata Yoko-sensei assists. Special features include 3-dimensional movement grids superimposed upon the demonstrations for easy following, slow-motion sequences, and alternate views of techniques. Also includes a bonus tameshigiri (sword test-cutting) demonstration by Obata Toshishiro-kaiso. English DVD. Approx. 30 minutes.
