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GKR Karate – Kokutsu Dachi
The Kokutsu Dachi, or back stance, is primarily used for the different kata found in Go Kan Ryu Karate. It is often known as the opposite of the Zenkutsu Dachi, and is most effective as a defensive stance. This stance is found in many other styles and is one of the more recognizable stances by … Continue reading
GKR Karate – Yoko Geri
The Yoko Geri, or side kick, is probably the best kick to use in a defensive situation in Go Kan Ryu Karate. If an opponent decides to charge you, a quick side kick can halt them in their tracks and deliver serious damage to their upper or lower body. In a training situation, many people … Continue reading
GKR Karate — Uraken Uchi
The Uraken Uchi, or back strike, is a relatively quick strike that can be great for an opening move in a tournament or a fight situation. The Uraken Uchi can be more effective when it’s coupled with another strike or kick as part of a combination, or even a quick counter attack. Although it’s not … Continue reading
GKR Karate — Jodan Age Uke
The Jodan Age Uke, or Upper Rising Block, is the most effective head block one learns in GKR Karate, and is also very basic. It’s primary use is to block any sort of aerial attack, such as a hammer fist, punch, or attack from a weapon (such as a staff). The more powerful one’s stance, … Continue reading
GKR Karate — Heiko Dachi
The Heiko Dachi, or Parallel Stance, is the very first stance everyone learns in GKR Karate. It is not a typical combat stance, but it is very similar to the position you’ll be in when most fights break out in the real world. Because of this, many of the basic techniques you learn will be … Continue reading
GKR Karate — Mawashi Geri
The Mawashi Geri, also known as the Round Kick, is both deadly and beautiful. Landing a round kick properly will have damaging effects on any opponent and it is one of the four basic kicks everyone learns when they first start out. It may take some time to practice the proper technique of the kick, … Continue reading
GKR Karate — Shita Tsuki
The Shita Tsuki, or more commonly called the short punch, is one of my favorite techniques to use in GKR Karate. I also believe it to be one of the most useful. The short punch is typically useful in a situation where the opponent has grabbed you by the clothes and is holding you close. … Continue reading
GKR Karate — Soto Uke
The Soto Uke, or outside block, is considered to be a versatile block in GKR Karate. It is very similar to the Uchi Uke in that it protects the body can be raised to guard the head. Performing this technique is very simple. Start in a standing position with your left arm out to act … Continue reading
GKR Karate — Han Zenkutsu Datchi
Han Zenkutsu Datchi, or the Half Forward Stance, is the traditional fighting stance used in GKR Karate. The fighting stance is easy and very versatile. It allows the person to remain quick on their feet, and permits the ability to switch quickly into other stances for a stronger defense. Han Zenkutsu Datchi also allows for … Continue reading
GKR Karate — Mae Gaeri
The Mae Gaeri, or Front Kick, is one of the few basic kicks employed in GKR Karate. It’s very simple to perform, and can generate a lot of force. To perform the Mae Gaeri, start in a normal fighting stance. Take your right leg and bring it up as high as you can. Curl your … Continue reading