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Vertical Knife Hand Block

Tate Shuto Uke

Knife hand block held on a vertical line to cover or redirect an attack.

TechniqueBlocksIntermediateKarate

Key steps

  1. Keep the hand vertical and the wrist aligned.
  2. Use the forearm and body angle to support the block.
  3. Keep the elbow slightly bent.
  4. Finish with an active guard position.

Coaching points

  • Keep the hand vertical and the wrist aligned.
  • Use the forearm and body angle to support the block.
  • Keep the elbow slightly bent.
  • Finish with an active guard position.
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