Technique Database
Turning Away / Rotation
Tenkan
Rotational movement used to turn around or redirect force while changing position.
Key steps
- Rotate from the centre rather than swinging the shoulders.
- Keep the feet placed so balance is not lost.
- Use the movement to redirect pressure or create an angle.
- Maintain awareness of the opponent throughout the turn.
Coaching points
- Rotate from the centre rather than swinging the shoulders.
- Keep the feet placed so balance is not lost.
- Use the movement to redirect pressure or create an angle.
- Maintain awareness of the opponent throughout the turn.