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Karate Punches

Karate Punches
The actual translation of the word tsuki is "thrust." Technically, any thrusting technique can be labelled as tsuki. In Karate, tsuki is the term used for punches. These attacks are traditionally delivered with the front two knuckles of the fist, called Seiken (fore-fist). In this section, tsuki will also refer to spear-hand attacks and techniques…
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4 Karate Kick Categories

4 Karate Kick Categories
Kicks include all attacks performed with the legs or feet. Since the muscles of the leg are much larger and stronger than the muscles of the arm, kicking techniques are generally more powerful than hand techniques. They also have a greater attack range. However, kicking does have its drawbacks. Since the leg is bulkier than…
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4 Karate Block Categories

4 Karate Block Categories
Uke means "receive." In Karate, uke refers to blocking techniques. Blocks are traditionally used to defend against attack and avoid being hit. They are most commonly performed with the arms or hands, and usually precede a counter-attack.  Another important aspect of blocking is that, when applied forcefully enough, they should discourage the assailant from making…
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Mae-geri (Front Kick)

Mae-geri (Front Kick)
The Mae-geri (Front kick) is a very common technique used in Shōtōkan Karate and amongst other martial art styles. There are 3 basic kicks that all novice Karatekas must learn first: Mawashi-geri (Roundhouse kick) Yoko-geri (Side kick) Mae-geri (Front kick) When sparring in Karate the Mae-geri is one of my favourite kicking techniques. I believe less energy is…
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Self-defence

Self-defence
Self-defence law in Australia Self-defence is not about hurting anyone. It is about stopping other people from hurting you or your loved ones and learning techniques to defend yourself in a dangerous or threatening situation. Most of us will go through life without being a victim of a criminal assault, however, there will also be…
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A Successful Kata

A Successful Kata
Shōtōkan Katas are part of the ‘trilogy’ that makes up the worlds most popular Karate style. The three parts; Kata, Kihon and Kumite are all emphasised equally in the Shōtōkan style. The five Heian Kata contain the essential Karate techniques learned in Kihon practice. Heian is the training ground for all the other Katas. Beyond the Heian Kata…
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Kicks in Karate

Kicks in Karate
Keri (Kicks) In Japanese karate, if you just want to say "kick" then you simply pronounce it as "keri". If you want to state a type of kick then you change it to "geri" e.g "Yoko-geri" In Karate, kicks are the most powerful form of of attack. These techniques are generally slower then the hand…
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