I think that the forms in this style are designed to basically help to demonstrate the principles of what we are learning e.g. the 15 basics, and put them into a dynamic context and trains the body mechanics. In many styles the forms are an integral part of the grading system too. I like forms as part of the mix and it would be nice if we had a few more in my opinion.
I’ve been training the butterfly this year because I want to go for a grading in Aug when Sam comes over. I have found myself also practicing the mirror image of the form we are taught. I.e. at the end, instead of closing I start again and step forward with my left leg and then go through the form as a mirror image of the first round. It’s a good brain exercise too! I got this idea because last year a few of our club completed locally and one comment was the Butterfly form “was a bit short” so I thought OK, I’ll repeat it and do a slight shift by changing the L & R handedness of it.
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