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Tsugi Ashi

Short advancing step where the rear foot closes distance before the front foot moves forward.

MovementMovementsBeginnerKarate

Key steps

  1. Keep the movement compact and direct.
  2. Do not bring the feet fully together unless required.
  3. Use the step to close distance without telegraphing.
  4. Keep the body balanced for an immediate strike.

Coaching points

  • Keep the movement compact and direct.
  • Do not bring the feet fully together unless required.
  • Use the step to close distance without telegraphing.
  • Keep the body balanced for an immediate strike.
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