TEKKI SANDAN – IRON RIDER, 3RD LEVEL.
Tekki sandan concludes the Tekki kata series. Due to the constant double techniques and sometimes very complex arm movements, which are executed fluidly, this kata requires a great deal of coordination. The typical feature of all Tekki kata—arm techniques and upper body work with a constant Kiba dachi—is particularly evident in the third Tekki. In contrast to the previous two Tekki, most of the techniques here are executed forward to defend against and counter attacks from this direction.
Because of the interconnected defenses, there's a tendency to practice the kata too quickly. It's especially important to take your time to fully understand the message of this kata. Tekki sandan offers the opportunity to apply new aspects of defending against multiple techniques and countering with one arm to other areas of karate. A key prerequisite for achieving effectiveness from short movements is strong body tension, from which powerful techniques can be executed.
Duration: about 50 seconds
