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Ridge Hand Block

Haito Uke

Block using the ridge-hand side of the hand or forearm to deflect an attack.

TechniqueBlocksIntermediateKarate

Key steps

  1. Keep the wrist aligned and the thumb protected.
  2. Use a controlled path rather than a wide swing.
  3. Support the block with body angle and stance.
  4. Recover the hand to guard after the block.

Coaching points

  • Keep the wrist aligned and the thumb protected.
  • Use a controlled path rather than a wide swing.
  • Support the block with body angle and stance.
  • Recover the hand to guard after the block.
Haito Uke (Ridge Hand Block) | Karate Technique Guide