Gedan Barai Uke in Karate
Gedan Barai Uke in Karate
This is a block against a kick to the stomach or to the groin, it is better with a solid stance like Zenkutso Dachi that provides the necessary support for a block like this. Gedan Barai Uke starts with the blocking fist close to your opposite ear, then goes down to clear any upcoming attack to the middle and low area and stops in front of the forwarded leg. While you block the other hand in next to your waist ready for another technique if necessary.
Gedan Barai Uke Step by step
- The blocking fist starts by your opposed ear.
- Then goes down using the power of gravity, aligns with the knee and blocks the kick out of the line of injury.
- Repeat on the same on the other side.
Recommendations
- Your block should end where your body ends.
- Your block should end above your knee, aligning your shoulder, elbow, and fist.
- Do not overextend your block because you might leave an entrance to your opponent.
Recommended Karate Techniques
- Age Uke – High Block in Karate
- Kokutso Dachi or Back Stance
Karate Requirements
- Karate Stances
- Karate Punches
- Karate Kicks
- Karate Blocks
- Karate Strikes
- Karate Traditional Katas
- Karate Traditional Weapons
- Karate General Terminology
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