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Turning Step

Mawari Ashi

Stepping turn used to change direction while maintaining stance and balance.

MovementMovementsIntermediateKarate

Key steps

  1. Turn from the hips and feet together.
  2. Keep the head and eyes connected to the new direction.
  3. Avoid crossing the legs unless the movement requires it.
  4. Finish in a stance that supports the next technique.

Coaching points

  • Turn from the hips and feet together.
  • Keep the head and eyes connected to the new direction.
  • Avoid crossing the legs unless the movement requires it.
  • Finish in a stance that supports the next technique.
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