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Augmented Grabbing Block

Morote Tsukami Uke

Two-handed receiving or grabbing block used to intercept, seize or control an attack.

TechniqueBlocksAdvancedKarate

Key steps

  1. Use both hands together rather than as separate actions.
  2. Keep the elbows close enough to maintain structure.
  3. Use the stance to absorb or redirect force.
  4. Follow immediately with control, strike or movement.

Coaching points

  • Use both hands together rather than as separate actions.
  • Keep the elbows close enough to maintain structure.
  • Use the stance to absorb or redirect force.
  • Follow immediately with control, strike or movement.
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