Training Videos
Overview
Translation: “Iron Horse #2″
Movements in Kata: 24
Kiai Points: #16 (Ura Zuki) & #24 (Ura Zuki)
Origin/Creator: Anko Itosu
Okinawan Name: Naihanchi Nidan
The Tekki kata were introduced to Japan by Master Funakoshi to showcase its strong kiba-dachi stance. Rich in practical applications, the Tekki kata family present a plethora of close combat techniques. Don’t let the simplified one-line embusen fool you, these kata are difficult to perform and require advanced understanding of body dynamics to perform their small movements effectively.
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Diagram of Techniques
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Try this Kata’s Jigsaw Puzzle!