This is the blocking combination known as 'Watari Uke' in Uechi-Ryu Karate. There are different versions of this practiced around the world, but this version was taught to me by Master Shinyu Gushi of Okinawa. I employs four different blocks all combined together in a fluid and flowing way. Master Gushi indicated that this should be performed in a 'serpentine' fashion to demonstrate the Dragon influence in Uechi-Ryu.
