Kata Bunkai - Applications of JUJI UKE (X-block/Cross block) - Part 3

Juji uke or cross block is one of the most poorly understood techniques which is frequent throughout many kata. In this video the third in the mini series we will look at the application of the juji uke as a nerve attack applying pressure to the radial nerve and taking your opponent to the ground then using juji uke to apply leverage to the neck to spin your opponent. Applications of Juji uke Part 1 - Applications of Juji uke Part 2 - Applications of Juji uke Part 4 - (Coming in next week) For more on my thoughts about Bunkai in general see the following: The Bunkai Paradox - Part 1 - The Problems with Bunkai - For Part 2 on the Journey of Bunkai training: For Part 3 on my Truth’s of Bunkai:
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