In the below video Aikido Warrior Dojo seniors demonstrate and explain key aspects of the Aikido technique tachi dori shomen giri yonkyo.  The technique is demonstrated as a response to a downward strike to the head (shomenuchi) where the uke is armed with a wooden sword (bokken).

 

ADDITIONAL NOTES

• Tachi dori shomen giri yonkyo – A deeper look

In the below video, Peter Brady Shihan (7th Dan Aikikai) provides more detailed instruction on the subject version of tachi dori shomen giri yonkyo.

 

• Yonkyo – Basics

For information and video instruction on the basics of yonkyo – see “Yonkyo (the basics)”

Have a great week.

Ian Grant
Head Instructor
Aikido Warrior Dojo