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Ready Stance

Heiko Dachi

Neutral ready position for basics and transitions.

StanceMovementsBeginnerKarate

Key steps

  1. Stand with feet parallel about shoulder width.
  2. Soften the knees.
  3. Keep the spine tall with weight even through both feet.
  4. Hold the hands ready rather than tense.

Coaching points

  • Stand with feet parallel about shoulder width.
  • Soften the knees.
  • Keep the spine tall with weight even through both feet.
  • Hold the hands ready rather than tense.
Heiko Dachi (Ready Stance) | Karate Technique Guide