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Eagle Hand Strike

Washide Uchi

Open-hand strike using an eagle-hand shape, usually for precise target areas.

TechniqueStrikesAdvancedKarate

Key steps

  1. Keep the hand shape controlled and compact.
  2. Use accuracy rather than force.
  3. Do not overextend the fingers.
  4. Support the strike with body alignment.

Coaching points

  • Keep the hand shape controlled and compact.
  • Use accuracy rather than force.
  • Do not overextend the fingers.
  • Support the strike with body alignment.
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