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Osu Dachi

Punch

Uraken-shomen-uchi

Back Fist Frontal Punch

PronunciationOo-rah-ken Show-men Oo-chee

Orange BeltBeginner

Key Points

Purpose
Back fist frontal punch targeting the face
Timing
Direct frontal attack to face
Difficulty LevelBeginner

Step-by-Step Execution

Follow these steps to perform the Uraken-shomen-uchi correctly

  1. Hold striking fist close to body at shoulder height with back of hand facing opponent

    Proper positioning is crucial

  2. Thrust fist forward to strike opponent's face

    Can strike from directly in front or slightly above depending on wrist bend

Practice Complete

Repeat the sequence to build muscle memory

Prerequisites