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Rooted Stance

Sochin Dachi

Strong rooted stance used to generate stability and heavy body connection.

StanceMovementsAdvancedKarate

Key steps

  1. Keep the stance grounded without becoming immobile.
  2. Use the hips and legs to create a strong base.
  3. Avoid letting the knees collapse inward.
  4. Maintain upper-body freedom for blocks and strikes.

Coaching points

  • Keep the stance grounded without becoming immobile.
  • Use the hips and legs to create a strong base.
  • Avoid letting the knees collapse inward.
  • Maintain upper-body freedom for blocks and strikes.
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