Tekki (Horse Riding Stance)

Tekki Shodan

This kata consists of twenty nine movements and, in common with the other Tekki katas, is performed in a straight line pattern. The majority of stances in this, and the other Tekki katas are Kiba Dachi (horse riding stance) hence the name. Movements used include back knuckle strikes, elbow strikes and low level blocks.

Tekki Nidan

The second kata in this series has twenty six movements and again is performed in a straight line pattern. Parts of Tekki Shodan are repeated in this kata along with new techniques such as reinforced blocks.

Tekki Sandan

The final kata in this group once again is performed in a straight line and consists of thirty six movements. There are many techniques from the first two katas in this one with the addition of disengagements.