Rear Bow (Stance)

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Rear Bow (Stance)

 

A specific type of Bow and Arrow stance which is physically distinguishable by a 40%-60% weight distribution, Toe-Heel Alignment of width, Heel-Knee Alignment of depth, front knee extended relatively straight and rear knee comfortably bent as a general alignment of height; the rotational alignment of the body parallel to the Point of Reference, front foot perpendicular to the Point of Reference, and the rear foot on a forward, 45 degree angle to the Point of Reference.

 

Comments:

 

This stance is considered to be transitory and is used only in specialized situations - most commonly when the opponent is behind and very close to you.

 

This stance is not part of original written curriculum - but is used primarily in specific combat, sparring, and self-defense situations..

 

This stance is not part of original written curriculum - but is most notably used within the self-defense technique Scraping Hoof.

 

Derivation:

 

This stance derives its name from the fact that it oriented toward a rear direction.