Inside Downward Parry (Block)

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Inside Downward Parry (Block)

 

A specific type of Downward Parrying Block which is physically distinguishable by the inward direction (in relation to the practitioner) of its movement in order to effect the block.

 

 

Comments:

 

This maneuver travels from the same side to the opposite side of the body (inward) - as the blocking arm.

 

This maneuver only employs a hammering-like method of execution.

 

The word inward, in this case, is equivalent to inside.

 

Derivation:

 

This parry derives its name from the fact that it travels both downward and inward in direction.