1)

Figure 8 Pattern

Execution - Economy

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Improper path of travel

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Path of figure 8 should stay just within the width boundaries of the outer rim

2)

Vertical Frictional Pull

Execution - Path of Travel

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Improper path of travel

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Correct path:

·Maneuver should originate at centerline and maintain that trajectory until almost completely retracted to body

·Maneuver should travel on a circular path, resulting in a downward arching line of travel

3)

Straight Punch

Execution - Execution Angle

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Improper strike angle

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Strike should follow a return path of the previous maneuver, but using a linear line of travel

4)

Horizontal Grab Counter

Execution - Path of Travel

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Improper path of travel

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Maneuver should relatively reverse the path of the previous maneuver

Execution - Weapon Alignment

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Improper maneuver rotation

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Maneuver should conclude with knuckles facing chest, palm forward

5)

Back-knuckle

Execution - Path of Travel

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Improper path of travel

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Strike should follow a relative return path of the punch, resulting in an upward arching line of travel (circular path)

Execution - Weapon Alignment

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Improper maneuver rotation

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Maneuver should conclude with knuckles facing downward, palm up

6)

Retraction (Transition)

Coordination

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Improper arm / foot maneuver timing

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The hand / arm retraction should be timed to conclude simultaneously with the conclusion of the settle into the horse