Shotei Uke - Blocktechnik mit dem Handballen (Anfänger)
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Shotei Chudan Uke·Karate Puzzle
Ausschnitt des Shotei Uke (Handballen Block) für Anfänger im Karate
Shotei Chudan Uke
SubFamilyShotei Chudan Uke(Shotei Chudan Uke)
Translation: middle palm heel block
Overview
Shotei Chudan Uke (Middle Palm Heel Block) is a Kyokushin Karate palm heel block to the midsection, using the base of the palm to redirect incoming attacks. [1] Mas Oyama taught that every block must also be an attack — the blocking motion itself should cause pain and damage to the attacker's limb. [1] The technique requires proper body rotation and timing. [1]
Middle Palm Heel BlockPalm Block
History & Origin
Shotei Chudan Uke is a fundamental blocking technique in traditional karate, refined in Kyokushin for full-contact effectiveness. [1]
Effectiveness
Trained for real-world blocking effectiveness in Kyokushin's full-contact system. [1]
Lineage
Traditional Karate → Kyokushin Karate (Oyama). [1]
Competition Record
Used in Kyokushin full-contact karate tournaments
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Biomechanical Mechanism
Primary Action — Deflection of incoming attack using forearm/hand surface
Joints Involved — Shoulder (rotation), elbow (flexion/extension), wrist
Force Vector — Perpendicular to incoming attack for deflection
Position & Entry
From fighting stance — Execute Shotei Chudan Uke against incoming attack
Variants
From front stance
From fighting stance
Stepping back
Videos
Shotei Uke
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Shotei Chudan Uke·Tatakai Kyokushin Karate
Shotei Uke - Jodan, Chudan, Gedan
Shotei uke osae uke / training circular soft block
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Shotei Chudan Uke·Evgeny Rybin
Тренировка кругового мягкого блока, движение руки по кругу! Training circular soft block, movement of the arm in a circl…
Chudan Uke
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Shotei Chudan Uke·Virdee Goju Ryu Karate
Basic Karate training. Chudan Uke. Block to the middle section / body.
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4 videosWhat Instructors Say
Shotei chudan uke is a mid-level blocking technique using the palm heel (shotei), fundamental to karate defense. Karate Puzzle establishes that shotei refers to the palm heel strike surface used defensively. Virdee Goju Ryu Karate provides the most detailed technical breakdown: the block begins with a crossing position in front of the body, transitioning with the blocking hand on the outside and the returning hand on the inside. Key postural elements include maintaining approximately one fist of space between the elbow and ribs, executing a small circular motion with the elbow as the hand extends and retracts, and finishing with the arm at roughly 90 degrees. The final position should place the little finger knuckle aligned with the outside shoulder line, with the elbow height approximately level with the shoulder. This geometry requires consistent practice to develop muscle memory for reliable execution at speed. The crossing transitional phase serves advanced applications explored in higher-level training. Tatakai Kyokushin Karate and Evgeny Rybin's contributions appear limited in the provided transcripts, though Rybin's reference to 'osae uke' suggests a pressing variation of the shotei block.
Synthesized from 4 instructors
- Karate Puzzle — Shotei Uke - Blocktechnik mit dem Handballen (Anfänger): Defines shotei as the palm heel striking surface used in blocking technique
- Virdee Goju Ryu Karate — Chudan Uke: Provides detailed technical execution: crossing transition, hand positioning (outside/inside), elbow-rib spacing, circular elbow motion, final 90-degree arm angle, shoulder alignment, and emphasis on muscle memory development
- Tatakai Kyokushin Karate — Shotei Uke: Limited usable transcript content provided
- Evgeny Rybin — Shotei uke osae uke / training circular soft block: References osae uke variation and circular soft blocking mechanics; limited usable transcript content
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Ratings
Risk of injury to the person this technique is applied to
2
Low2/10
Defensive blocking technique
Skill level needed to execute this technique reliably
Beginner
Whether this technique is allowed under major competition rule sets
— Unified MMA — Legal defensive technique
Unified Rules of MMA, August 2025PDFWBC/Boxing — Legal — blocking and evasion are core boxing skills {src— WBC Rules of Boxing}
— WKF — Legal — blocking is a fundamental karate skill
WKF Competition Rules 2024PDFKyokushin — Legal {src— IKO Kyokushin Tournament Rules}
— WT — Legal
WT Competition Rules 2024PDF— WAKO — Legal
WAKO Competition RulesPDFK-1/GLORY — Legal {src— K-1/GLORY Kickboxing Rules}
— IFMA — Legal
IFMA Muay Thai RulesPDFTraining Notes
✓Block should cause pain to the attacker's limb (Oyama, 1965)
✓Practise paired blocking drills
✓Every block transitions immediately to a counter-attack
Common Mistakes
!Blocking too wide
!Not rotating the hips
!Leaving openings after the block
Related Techniques
Counter Techniques
Setup Chain
1Detect attack → Shotei Chudan Uke → Immediate counter-strike
Sources & References
Primary Source
This Is Karate (Oyama, 1965)
1Book[1] Oyama, M. (1965). This Is Karate. Japan Publications Trading Co. [2] Oyama, M. (1968). Advanced Karate. Japan Publications.
description, historyOrigin: sourced from Oyama, M
2Citation[1] Oyama, M. (1965). This Is Karate. Japan Publications Trading Co. [2] Oyama, M. (1968). Advanced Karate. Japan Publications.
description, historyOrigin: sourced from Oyama, M
Community
Athletics
Conditioned forearms
Quick reaction time
Notes
Shotei chudan uke (palm heel middle block) uses the palm heel as a blocking surface — the broad palm absorbs and redirects incoming attacks. Doubles as a counter-strike due to the palm's ability to push and redirect. (Oyama, This Is Karate; karate technique manuals)
Frequently Asked Questions
What should the distance be between my elbow and ribs when performing Shotei Chudan Uke?
You want roughly a one fist gap between your elbow and your ribs, keeping your ribs closed rather than flared out.
How does the elbow move during the blocking motion in Chudan Uke?
Your elbow performs a small circular motion as you execute the block, with the hand coming out and in during the movement.
What angle should my forearm have in Shotei Chudan Uke?
Position your elbow inward so the forearm slants outward slightly, with your little finger knuckle aligned properly to redirect incoming attacks.
How does the Shotei Chudan Uke work?
Shotei Chudan Uke (Middle Palm Heel Block) is a Kyokushin Karate palm heel block to the midsection, using the base of the palm to redirect incoming attacks. Mas Oyama taught that every block must also be an attack — the blocking motion itself should cause pain and damage to the attacker's limb.
Where does the Shotei Chudan Uke come from?
Shotei Chudan Uke is a fundamental blocking technique in traditional karate, refined in Kyokushin for full-contact effectiveness.
Is the Shotei Chudan Uke legal in competition?
Unified MMA: legal — Legal defensive technique; WBC/Boxing: legal — Legal — blocking and evasion are core boxing skills; WKF: legal — Legal — blocking is a fundamental karate skill; Kyokushin: legal — Legal; WT: legal — Legal; WAKO: legal — Legal; K: legal — 1/GLORY — Legal; IFMA: legal — Legal
How dangerous is the Shotei Chudan Uke?
Danger rating 2/10. Defensive blocking technique
How do I set up the Shotei Chudan Uke?
The standard setup chain: Detect attack → Shotei Chudan Uke → Immediate counter-strike.
How do I defend against the Shotei Chudan Uke?
Standard counters include: Feint and strike around the block / Double attack / Low-high combination.
What are the variants of the Shotei Chudan Uke?
Common variants: From front stance; From fighting stance; Stepping back.
How effective is the Shotei Chudan Uke in competition?
Used in Kyokushin full-contact karate tournaments
What are common mistakes when doing the Shotei Chudan Uke?
Top errors to watch for: Blocking too wide / Not rotating the hips / Leaving openings after the block.
What are other names for the Shotei Chudan Uke?
The Shotei Chudan Uke is also known as Shotei Chudan Uke, Middle Palm Heel Block, Palm Block.