TEKKI NIDAN – RIDER, 2ND LEVEL.
The original name of the Tekki kata is Naihanchi, or Naifanchi, although the styles Wadō-ryū, Shōrin-ryū and Shitō-ryū have retained the name Naihanchi.
A typical feature of Tekki kata are the sideways execution of Kiba dachi techniques. This requires twisting of the upper body and insertion of the hips while maintaining the stance. For this reason, the karateka should constantly pay attention to the stability and form of the Kiba dachi.
In the four Koshi-kamae postures, care should be taken to ensure that the open hand, which supports the subsequent technique, is always placed vertically on the fist.
The first technique of Tekki nidan represents a release from a hold from behind by raising the arms to a horizontal position and lowering the center of gravity with a step over.
Only a timely and pronounced turn of the head in the direction of the action gives all kata of the Tekki series (including the Tekki nidan) the necessary fighting spirit, since the attacks come from extremely different directions despite the position remaining the same.
Duration: about 50 seconds
