Uwauke duki (Uwa uke zuki)

What it means

The first two characters part of is pronounced "Uwa uke", a name of the Shorinji Kempo guard technique, the last one character part is pronounced "zuki", meaning "a punch". Thus this technique means "Guard with uwa uke and counterattack with a punch.

Techniques

This technique is a very fundamental one, practice as many time as possible so that your body moves automatically.

When your opponent try to hit your head or face, guard it with Uwa uke, and counterattack with middle punch. Try as many variation as possible.

Your opponent try to hit you by Shuto uchi.	You step forward diagonally right and guard your head with Uwauke.	Middle punch with right hand.	Kumade duki with your left hand.
Prepare for the next movement.

Tips Please refer to Uwauke about its detail and how to practice it effectively. ( updated explanation, 2004.6.13)

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