Technique Database

Initiative Timing

Sen

Timing concept based on taking the initiative before, during or after the opponent's action.

MovementMovementsAdvancedKarate

Key steps

  1. Read the opponent's intent before moving.
  2. Use decisive movement once the timing is available.
  3. Do not hesitate once the attack line is chosen.
  4. Train this slowly before applying it at speed.

Coaching points

  • Read the opponent's intent before moving.
  • Use decisive movement once the timing is available.
  • Do not hesitate once the attack line is chosen.
  • Train this slowly before applying it at speed.
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