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Heiko-dachi (Parallel stance)

Heiko-dachi (Parallel stance)
This is the first stance you'll ever learn within Shotokan Karate, and it's the position from which you will most often practice your basics. It's also known as ready stance, implying alert readiness. Whilst it's not taught as a true combat stance, it could be argued that it's the position that you're most likely to…
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Uchi-hachiji-dachi (Inward natural stance)

Uchi-hachiji-dachi (Inward natural stance)
In Uchi Hachi Dachi the feet are separated by the distance equivalent to the width of the shoulders, with the tips inwards, at an angle of 45 degrees. The knees are slightly flexed inwards. It is a very suitable position for beginners because it strengthens the lower half of the body and prepares for more…
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Hachiji-dachi (Natural stance)

Hachiji-dachi (Natural stance)
Hachiji Dachi is a position that seems very simple and it is also very simple. However, it is a position that is often poorly executed - feet too far apart, feet parallel, position too low or too high, attitude too tight or inversely too relaxed these are some defects that can be seen on Hachiji…
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Tsukami-uke (Grasping block)

Tsukami-uke (Grasping block)
Tsukami-uke, also known as "grasping block," is a fundamental technique in Shotokan Karate. It is a defensive move that is used to neutralise an incoming strike or attack, typically a punch, and create an opening for a counterattack. The technique involves the use of one or both hands to grasp or hold the attacking limb,…
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Kakiwake-uke (Wedge block)

Kakiwake-uke (Wedge block)
Kakiwake-uke, also known as "wedge block," is a fundamental technique in Shotokan Karate. It is a defensive move that is used to block an incoming strike, typically a strike to the chest or stomach, and create an opening for a counterattack. The technique involves the use of the forearm to block the strike by creating…
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Heisoku-dachi (Close feet stance)

Heisoku-dachi (Close feet stance)
Heisoku Dachi is one of the basic stances in karate. It is formal stance with the heels and feet together. This stance is good for bowing. Some katas begin in this position, such as Jion, Jitte, Chinte and Unsu. Note: The karateka is standing in Heisoku-dachi and arms in Gedan Kakiwake position. [caption id="attachment_7125" align="aligncenter"…
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Shuto-uke (Knife-hand block)

Shuto-uke (Knife-hand block)
Shuto-uke, also known as knife-hand block, is a fundamental technique in Shotokan Karate. This technique is used to defend against strikes, such as punches or strikes to the head or neck. The technique begins with the practitioner standing in a natural stance, with their feet shoulder-width apart and their weight evenly distributed between both legs.…
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