Rochford Shotokan : Karate Terminology

As a Japanese martial art, the names of all techniques, movements and terms are Japanese words.

Students will learn the ones that apply to their training as they develop, but for reference, we feature a comprehensive list of terminology for all aspects of karate :

Karate Training

General terms
Parts of the body
Commands
Directions
Kata names
Kumite terminology

Techniques

General terms
Tsuki Waza (Punches)
Uchi Waza (Strikes)
Geri Waza (Kicks)
Uke Waza (Blocks)
Dachi Waza (Stances)

Karate : General terms
(includes counting in japanese)

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