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Hip Rotation

Koshi No Kaiten

Rotational hip movement used to generate power in strikes, blocks and kicks.

MovementMovementsIntermediateKarate

Key steps

  1. Rotate from the hips rather than twisting only the shoulders.
  2. Keep the stance grounded during the rotation.
  3. Coordinate the hip action with the technique.
  4. Avoid over-rotating past the target line.

Coaching points

  • Rotate from the hips rather than twisting only the shoulders.
  • Keep the stance grounded during the rotation.
  • Coordinate the hip action with the technique.
  • Avoid over-rotating past the target line.
Koshi No Kaiten (Hip Rotation) | Karate Technique Guide