Karate Kid Master Dojo Podcast

Ki Hap

June 30, 2023 Master Craig Season 4 Episode 16
Ki Hap
Karate Kid Master Dojo Podcast
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Karate Kid Master Dojo Podcast
Ki Hap
Jun 30, 2023 Season 4 Episode 16
Master Craig

In this episode, we examine the use of the KI or Ki Hap in class and in a self defense situations.  We talk about the benefits of doing a Ki Hap or "Spirit Yell" in general when doing your techniques to generate power.  In self defense situations, the Ki Hap is a tool to get over fear, inspire fear to your opponent, and generate surprise that is useful to counterattack.  We also look at the uses in patterns or Katas, speed drills, and shield attack to use to energize and motivate both yourself and others in class.  

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In this episode, we examine the use of the KI or Ki Hap in class and in a self defense situations.  We talk about the benefits of doing a Ki Hap or "Spirit Yell" in general when doing your techniques to generate power.  In self defense situations, the Ki Hap is a tool to get over fear, inspire fear to your opponent, and generate surprise that is useful to counterattack.  We also look at the uses in patterns or Katas, speed drills, and shield attack to use to energize and motivate both yourself and others in class.