At Delta Kai, we use Japanese terms in class to show respect for the art and those who came before us. This tradition reminds us to train with humility, discipline, and focus. Students learn these terms gradually as part of their martial arts journey.
Stances
| Romaji | English |
|---|
| Zenkutsu-dachi | Front stance |
| Kokutsu-dachi | Back stance |
| Kiba-dachi | Horse stance |
| Neko-ashi-dachi | Cat stance |
| Naihanchi-dachi | Naihanchi stance |
| Musubi-dachi | Informal attention stance |
| Heisoku-dachi | Closed stance (heels together) |
| Moro-ashi-dachi | One foot forward stance |
| Heiko-dachi | Parallel stance |
Blocks
| Romaji | English |
|---|
| Age-uke | High block |
| Uchi-uke | Inside block |
| Soto-uke | Outside block |
| Juji-uke | X-block (cross block) |
Strikes
| Romaji | English |
|---|
| Uraken-uchi | Back fist strike |
| Shotei-uchi | Palm heel strike |
| Tettsui-uchi | Hammer fist strike |
| Hiji-ate | Elbow strike |
| Gyakuzuki | Reverse punch |
Kicks
| Romaji | English |
|---|
| Mae-geri | Front kick |
| Mawashi-geri | Round kick |
| Yoko-geri | Side kick |
| Ushiro-geri | Back kick |
| Hiza-geri | Knee strike |
| Fumikomi-geri | Stomp |
Sweeps
| Romaji | English |
|---|
| Ashi-Barai | foot sweep |
| Gedan-barai | low (arm) sweep |
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