“Shotokan Karate: Sparring Concepts” S:1 E:3 Semi-free sparring (Jiyu Ippon Kumite)

S:1 E:3 Semi-free sparring (Jiyu Ippon Kumite) Semi-free (Juyi-Ippon) kumite. This type of kumite is often required for the upper kyu ranks and Shodan level of testing in Japanese Shotokan Karate. Juyi-ppon Kumite will help the student develop a better sense of setup and strategy for offense and defense in sparring. This type of kumite emphasizes movement and setup, as well as basic reaction training.