Eiku in the Ultimate Bo Course
Okinawans call the oar an eiku (or eku). The eiku has point at the tip of the paddle, a curve on one side, and a ridge on the one side. This weapon can be used in a similar way as a bo (staff). And a user fighting on the beach would throw sand at his opponent because of its unique shape. GMAU does not have an Eiku course, but eiku techniques and lessons are included in higher black chevron lessons of the Ultimate Bo course. Read on to learn more about the eiku!