Forms · Demo curriculum
Kata A public primer spanning Heian (Pinan-related) through competition favourites such as Bassai Dai, Kanku Dai, Empi, Hangetsu, and Jion. Plain-English key points for clubs and parents — not an official syllabus or trademark claim.
Also see Kumite → Heian Shodan Pinan Nidan (related)
Beginner First of the Heian series — foundational stances, oi-zuki, and age-uke along the embusen.
Key points Stable zenkutsu-dachi through the long lines Clear chambering before each punch Age-uke timing with hip rotation Strong kiai on the finishing oi-zuki Heian Nidan Pinan Shodan (related)
Beginner Introduces double blocks, side kicks, and more complex hand combinations.
Key points Morote-uke and shuto-uke clarity Yoko-geri height without losing posture Smooth 180° turns on the embusen Keep shoulders relaxed on rapid hand changes Short, sharp kata emphasising close-range blocking and kiba-dachi transitions.
Key points Uchi-uke / ude-uke pairs with snap Kiba-dachi rooted through the mid-section Fumikomi stamping with control Do not rush the final turning sequence Adds jumpy rhythm, jodan attacks, and more athletic embusen changes.
Key points Kosa-dachi landings stay quiet Mae-geri / yoko-geri pairing stays on line Haiwan-uke frames stay high Breath supports the pause before the final attacks Closes the Heian set with jumps, mikazuki-geri ideas, and decisive finishes.
Key points Jump and land on centre without leaning Morote techniques stay connected to the hips Manji-uke posture stays upright Commit fully to the final oi-zuki “To storm a fortress” — powerful opening, shifting rhythm, and strong hip work.
Key points Explosive first yama-zuki / uchi-uke Contrast soft and hard sections Mikazuki-geri into the grab stays controlled Embusen returns cleanly to the start mark Long competition favourite — wide embusen, sky-gazing opening, athletic mid-section.
Key points Opening look-up stays calm and centred Long combinations keep stance depth Jump sections show height and recovery Pace changes sell the narrative of the kata “Flying swallow” — light footwork, rising attacks, and distinctive turning rhythm.
Key points Light, quick steps without bouncing Age-zuki rises from the hips Distinctive 360° turn stays on axis Finish with crisp, high energy Half-moon stance kata — breathing, tension, and circular foot patterns.
Key points Hangetsu-dachi stays rooted and narrow Ibuki-style breathing supports tension Circular stepping matches the embusen Slow sections must not lose intent Temple-style kata often seen in competition — strong basics and composed rhythm.
Key points Opening salute stays dignified Powerful oi-zuki lines down the centre Age-uke / gedan-barai pairs stay sharp Even tempo with clear finishes Demo curriculum for KarateScore. Style names are used descriptively only — no federation endorsement implied.
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