Video: Tips for taking the center Better Harai Waza by Kendo Tips. Not affiliated with MatRecap; their version may differ from this drill.
Technique recap
Harai-waza sweeps the opponent's shinai aside to open the center, then cuts men immediately.
3 key details
- Sweep with the side of the shinai in a small arc.
- Strike men in the same motion.
- Step in strongly.
Your 10-minute home drill
- 2:00Sweep motion
- 3:00Harai-men slow
- 3:00Harai-men at speed
- 2:00Stretch
Safety
Check clearance.
Instructor disclaimer
Follow your instructor's version. Schools and styles teach this technique differently. This page is general education, not a substitute for qualified instruction.
