Here’s the second video shot on the beach in the Maldives, this time of Seiunchin kata.
Still on the subject of how different terrain may affect the tactics, footwork or stances used in a situation, the shiko dachi so prevalent in Seiunchin lends itself perfectly for use on uneven terrain and loose surfaces such as sand. It’s quite easy with this stance to really dig your feet into the sand and get that feeling of a strong root in your stance. The other benefit is that by digging in your feet in this manner, sand will inevitably fall over your toes which can then be used to throw into the opponents eyes as a distraction (sunakake).
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