Kihon

The term Kihon is used to refer to the basic techniques that are taught and practiced as the foundation of  Japanese martial arts. The practice and mastery of Kihon is essential to all advanced training. At the simple level this would include stances, punches, kicks and blocks, strikes and thrusts but also includes basic Kata.

Kihon techniques are practised often, during each class there is always some form of kihon worked on, it is considered at SKA England to be the main influence on progression and greater complexity is practiced as advancement through the grades is made. An outstanding Karate-ka although creative beyond the basics, could never master the art without good kihon. 

Kihon is practised as 'floor exercises', where the same technique or combination is repeated over and over again as the students move back and forth across the Dojo. Kihon also takes the form of pre-arranged partner drills and working on 'Impact pads' punching and kicking bags.