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Half Moon Stance

Hangetsu Dachi

Rooted stance with the feet turned inward and the knees held under controlled tension.

StanceMovementsAdvancedKarate

Key steps

  1. Keep the knees pressed slightly inward to create a stable base.
  2. Engage the hips and core without becoming stiff.
  3. Keep the spine upright and the shoulders relaxed.
  4. Use controlled breathing to support the stance.

Coaching points

  • Keep the knees pressed slightly inward to create a stable base.
  • Engage the hips and core without becoming stiff.
  • Keep the spine upright and the shoulders relaxed.
  • Use controlled breathing to support the stance.
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