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Techniques

The following list has some terms that will help to get you started in understanding basic techniques

Japanese English Kanji
Uke To receive
Tsuki Thrust
Keri Kick
Dachi Stance/Posture
Shimme Choke/Strangulation
Nage Balance Displacement
Ne Ground
Kansetsu Join Lock
Kaishu Open Hand
Enpi Elbow
Hiza Knee
Mae Forwards
Ushiro Backwards
Yoko Side
Mawashi Angle/Roundhouse
Age Upper Level
Gedan Lower Level
Soto Outside
Uchi Inside
Gyaku Reverse