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Open Palm Rising Block

Kaisho Age Uke

Open-hand rising block used to lift, cover or redirect an attack above the head.

TechniqueBlocksAdvancedKarate

Key steps

  1. Keep the palm structured without making the hand tense.
  2. Drive the block from the body and shoulder line.
  3. Finish with the elbow slightly bent.
  4. Keep the opposite hand controlled and ready.

Coaching points

  • Keep the palm structured without making the hand tense.
  • Drive the block from the body and shoulder line.
  • Finish with the elbow slightly bent.
  • Keep the opposite hand controlled and ready.
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