Technique & Kata

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Technique & Kata

Kyokushin Kata Competition Rules Explained

Kata are formal technique sequences: predetermined combinations of stances, blocks, hand and foot strikes, and…

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Technique & Kata #Terminology

Ushiro Geri - The Back Kick in Kyokushin

Ushiro geri is a back kick considered one of the most powerful strikes in Kyokushin.…

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Uraken Backfist Strike in Kyokushin

Uraken is a snapping backfist strike widely used in Kyokushin. It is characterized by high…

5 Jun 2026 00

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Technique & Kata #Kata

Pinan Kata in Kyokushin Explained

Pinan is a series of kata used in Kyokushin to develop technique, coordination, and understanding…

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Taikyoku Kata in Kyokushin Karate

Taikyoku are the introductory kata from which beginners start learning formal sequences in Kyokushin. They…

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Tameshiwari in Kyokushin Karate

Tameshiwari is the art of breaking objects with the hands, elbows, or feet. In Kyokushinkai…

5 Jun 2026 00

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Corner Judge Signals in Kyokushin Karate

In Kyokushin karate competitions, each bout is officiated by a head referee (shushin) and four…

5 Jun 2026 10

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What Is Kumite in Kyokushin Karate

Kumite is a sparring match in karate. In Kyokushin, kumite is fought under full-contact rules,…

4 Jun 2026 00

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What Is Bunkai in Kyokushin Karate

Bunkai is the analysis and practical application of techniques from kata. The Japanese word means…

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What Is Kata in Kyokushin Karate

Kata is a formal sequence of movements in karate that includes strikes, blocks, stances, and…

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What Is Kihon in Kyokushin Karate

Kihon is the basic technique in Japanese martial arts. In Kyokushin, kihon is the foundation…

4 Jun 2026 00

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Uchi Uke - Inside Block in Kyokushin Karate

Uchi uke is an inside block in Kyokushin karate. The technique’s name translates as «block…

4 Jun 2026 00

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Gedan Barai - Lower Block in Kyokushin

Gedan barai is a lower block in Kyokushin karate. The name translates as «sweeping block…

4 Jun 2026 00

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Soto Uke - Outside Block Technique in Kyokushin

Soto uke is one of the basic blocks in Kyokushin karate. The name translates as…

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Ura Mawashi Geri - Reverse Roundhouse Kick

Ura mawashi geri is a reverse roundhouse kick considered one of the most technically demanding…

4 Jun 2026 00

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Yoko Geri Side Kick in Kyokushin

Yoko geri is a side kick in karate. In Kyokushin, this technique is considered one…

4 Jun 2026 00

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Mae Geri Front Kick in Kyokushin

Mae geri is a front kick — a straight kick forward. It is considered one…

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Kakato Geri - Axe Kick in Kyokushin

Kakato geri is a heel strike delivered downward from above. In the world of martial…

4 Jun 2026 00

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Hiza Geri - Knee Strike in Kyokushin

Hiza geri is a knee strike used in Japanese martial arts. In Kyokushinkai it is…

4 Jun 2026 00

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Ushiro Mawashi Geri Spinning Kick

Ushiro mawashi geri is one of the most difficult and spectacular kicks in Kyokushin. The…

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Gedan Mawashi Geri - Kyokushin Low Kick Guide

Gedan mawashi geri is a circular kick aimed at the lower level — most commonly…

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Mawashi Geri - Kyokushin Roundhouse Kick

Mawashi geri is one of the most well-known kicks in Kyokushin karate. The name translates…

4 Jun 2026 00

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Kyokushin Karate Stances - Photos and Video

All Kyokushin karate stances: ready stances, movement stances, and fighting stance. Foot placement diagrams and…

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Technique & Kata #Prohibited

Kyokushin Karate Rules - Allowed and Banned Strikes

In Kyokushin karate, prohibited techniques may not be used during sparring in training; using them…

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All Kyokushin Karate Kata with Videos

Kata are the signature feature of Kyokushin karate. They are defined technical sequences — a…

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