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Continued Awareness

Zanshin

Maintained awareness and readiness after completing a technique.

MovementMovementsIntermediateKarate

Key steps

  1. Do not switch off after the strike lands.
  2. Keep posture, eyes and guard active.
  3. Remain ready to move, defend or follow up.
  4. Show control without becoming tense.

Coaching points

  • Do not switch off after the strike lands.
  • Keep posture, eyes and guard active.
  • Remain ready to move, defend or follow up.
  • Show control without becoming tense.
Zanshin (Continued Awareness) | Karate Technique Guide