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Forearm Strike

Zenwan Uchi

Strike using the forearm as the contact surface.

TechniqueStrikesIntermediateKarate

Key steps

  1. Keep the forearm connected to the shoulder and body.
  2. Use short-range hip rotation rather than a long swing.
  3. Maintain guard with the opposite hand.
  4. Use this mainly at close range.

Coaching points

  • Keep the forearm connected to the shoulder and body.
  • Use short-range hip rotation rather than a long swing.
  • Maintain guard with the opposite hand.
  • Use this mainly at close range.
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