Video: Karate drills for kihon kumite by Mg Martial Arts & Sport Center. Not affiliated with MatRecap; their version may differ from this drill.
Technique recap
In kihon kumite, partners trade set attacks and blocks at a fixed distance. You practice timing, distance and counters in a controlled form before freer sparring.
3 key details
- Agree on the attack and target before every rep.
- Block with the body and move off the line.
- Counter right after the block.
Your 10-minute home drill
- 1:00Distance and bow
- 3:00One-step attack and block
- 3:00Block and counter
- 2:00Switch roles
- 1:00Cool-down stretch
Safety
Use controlled power and keep contact light.
Instructor disclaimer
Follow your instructor's version. Schools and styles teach this technique differently. This page is general education, not a substitute for qualified instruction.
