Karate · Kata

Kata in sections

Learn or polish a kata in four sections, running each three times before linking them.

S1S2S3S4S5S6T
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Time
12 min
Players
1–30
Age
U6+
Area
Mat

Setup

  1. Students in rows with room to move.

How it runs

  1. Section one, three times with a count; then section two; and so on.
  2. Link sections one and two, then three and four, then the whole kata.
  3. Finish with one run at full speed and spirit.

Coaching points

  • Each technique has a start and a finish: show both.
  • Breath and timing: slow moves slow, fast moves fast.
  • Eyes lead every turn.

Common mistakes

  • Same speed for every move.
  • Dropping the guard between sections.

Say it: “Start, finish, breathe.”

Make it harder

  • Bunkai with a partner for one section.
  • Eyes closed.

Make it easier

  • Sections one and two only.
  • Follow the instructor.

Reviewed by the Sportdify coaching team.