Ceim 1 serves as an introduction to Sli Beatha.
Students begin to learn the most basic and fundamental aspects of the system,
including proper technique, movement and tactics.
Alll stances, movements, strike deliveries, striking surfaces and targets
are based on principles of physics and anatomy.
Students are also introduced to basic aspects of Celtic culture, history and philosophy.
STANCES
Recognition - Attentive - Ready - Horse
FOOTWORK
Advancing Horse - Retreating Horse
STRIKE AVOIDANCE
Single Outward Block - Inward Parry - Outward Parry - Downward Block
STRIKING SURFACES
Penetrative Fist - Concussive Fist - Palm Heel - Ball of Foot
STRIKE DELIVERY
Reverse Strike - Front Kick
TARGETS
Eyes/Nose - Ear/Temple - Chin - Throat
In addition to being able to explain and perform the above techniques,
the student must be able to repeat the class opening and count to five in Gaeilge (Irish Gaelic).
