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Sumo Stance

Shiko Dachi

Wide rooted stance with the feet turned out more than kiba dachi.

StanceMovementsIntermediateKarate

Key steps

  1. Step out wide.
  2. Turn both toes outward.
  3. Bend the knees so they track over the feet and drop the hips.
  4. Keep the chest upright and the weight settled evenly.

Coaching points

  • Step out wide.
  • Turn both toes outward.
  • Bend the knees so they track over the feet and drop the hips.
  • Keep the chest upright and the weight settled evenly.
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