Seiken

Key Points

Purpose

The strongest and most effective fist position for attack and defense. Used for Jodan-tsuki (upper body thrust), Chudan-tsuki (middle body thrust), and Gedan-tsuki (lower body thrust)

Timing

Primary technique for practice-sparring and powerful strikes

Step-by-Step Execution

Follow these steps to perform the Seiken correctly

1. 1

   Starting with the little finger, bend all four fingers so their tips are digging tightly into the palm as close to their bases as possible

   ▸Photo 1: Fingers curled tightly into palm. This is the foundation of proper fist formation

2. 2

   Bend the thumb over the second joints of the first two fingers (index and middle) to further tighten the fist

   ▸Photo 2: Thumb locked over knuckles. This secures the fist structure and prevents injury

3. 3

   Hold the fist with palm facing up, touching your side on a level with your chest. The arm and back of hand should be in a straight line

   ▸Photo 3: Ready position with fist at hip. This is the correct starting position for Seiken thrust

4. 4

   Thrust forward while turning the fist inward so at the point of attack the palm faces down

   ▸Strike with the knuckles of the first two fingers. Keep arm and back of hand rigidly in a straight line

   Final

Prerequisites

No prerequisites required