Terminology for beginners
If you are new to Kyokushin, it may seem difficult to understand what's going on. But don't worry, everyone started out feeling exactly the same and it won't take long for it to all fall into place.
Here are a few of the basic terms to get you started. Concentrate on mastering these in the beginning...
| Levels of the Body | |
|---|---|
| Gedan | Lower level of the body; groin and below |
| Chudan | Middle level of the body; torso |
| Jodan | Upper level of the body; Neck and above |
| Weapons - Hands | |
|---|---|
| Seiken | Forefist |
| Uraken | Backfist |
| Shuto | Knife Hand |
| Weapons - Legs and Feet | |
|---|---|
| Chusoku | Ball of foot |
| Haisoku | Instep |
| Kakato | Heel |
| Sokuto | Foot edge |
| Hiza | Knee |
| Basic Stances | |
|---|---|
| Fudo (Yoi) Dachi | Prepared Stance |
| Sanchin Dachi | Three Battles Stance |
| Shizentai | Normal Fighting Stance |
| Zenkutsu Dachi | Forward Leaning Stance |
| Basic Techniques | |
|---|---|
| Tsuki | Punch (thrust) |
| Uchi | Strike |
| Uke | Block |
| Geri | Kick |
