1)

A single point, plane, or surface in space that the attention is directed toward.

2)

In an analytical situation, a Base Move.

Comments:

1)

The Clock Principle or Directional Zone Principle are more sophisticated implementations of this concept.

This term generally refers to a starting point against which the motion of a maneuver or series of maneuvers is related.

2)

When analyzing a self-defense technique or base move, one could use the following types of reference points:

a.floating point of reference - each maneuver of the base move would shift the point of reference in relation to the position of the practitioner.

b.fixed point of reference - the point of reference would remain fixed throughout its entire execution of the base move.

Synonym(s):

1)

Reference Point

Related Definition(s):

1)

Attention, Attitude, Concentration, Focus, Principle

2)

Combat

Related Term(s):

1)

Clock Principle, Directional Zone Principle, Point of Origin, Reference Point, Self-defense Technique

2)

Base Move, Family Grouping