Sunday, February 22, 2009

The rhythm of randori

In randori the pace waxes and wanes. There are inevitable spots when you or the other guy can take a moment to rest, or think, or ham it up for the camera, or...

Whit and Brandon pause during an epic battle to smile for the camera! Photo courtesy of Elise D. Parker


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