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Osu Dachi

Strike

Tegatana-sakotsu-uchi

Hand Sword Collarbone Chop

PronunciationTeh-gah-tah-nah Sah-coat-sue Oo-chee

Orange BeltIntermediate

Key Points

Purpose
Handsword chop to the collarbone
Timing
When opponent's collarbone is exposed
Difficulty LevelIntermediate

Step-by-Step Execution

Follow these steps to perform the Tegatana-sakotsu-uchi correctly

  1. Hold striking hand with palm facing in, on level with ear

    Other hand also in Tegatana position for next blow

  2. Swiftly bring hand forward and down in arc-like motion

    Target opponent's collarbone

  3. Strike the collarbone

    Collarbone is weak; blow causes difficulty breathing and restricts arm movement

Practice Complete

Repeat the sequence to build muscle memory

Prerequisites