Kiba dachi — Horse riding stance
Kanji: 騎馬立 / 內步進立
English: Horse riding stance
Description:
Kiba-dachi is a fundamental position of Karate that is not only used to practice basic strikes like the seiken tsuki, but that can be integrated into self-defense or kumite practice as well.
This is a very strong stance for defending against side attacks. Kiba-dachi is a posture that strengthens the legs, the back and to some extent, the core.
There are some minor variations of kiba-dachi from schools, such as the distance between the feet, and the height of the stance. Japanese styles tend to perform kiba-dachi low and wide, whereas Okinawan styles use a higher and narrower version of it.
Instructions:
- Feet are about two shoulder widths apart, toes are facing forward (parallel),
- Lower your center of gravity by bending your knees forward,
- Push your knees towards the outside,
- Keep your back and neck straight,
- Tilt your pelvis upward,
- Distribute your body weight equally on both legs.
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