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Osu Dachi

Kick

Mawashi-seashi-geri

Roundhouse Kick with Instep

PronunciationMah-wah-shee Seh-ah-shee Geh-ree

Orange BeltIntermediate

Key Points

Purpose
Roundhouse kick with instep, primarily targeting the neck
Timing
When neck is exposed for circular attack
Difficulty LevelIntermediate

Step-by-Step Execution

Follow these steps to perform the Mawashi-seashi-geri correctly

  1. Execute same technique as roundhouse kick described above

    Same motion, different striking surface

  2. Strike with the instep rather than the ball of foot

    Instep provides different impact characteristics

  3. Chief target is the neck

    Particularly effective against the neck

Practice Complete

Repeat the sequence to build muscle memory