Open hand middle side block (chudan shotei yoko uke)
Chudan Shotei Uke is an advanced technique for blocking both kicks and strikes to the middle area (chudan) of the body. In contrast to the standard Chudan Uke, the open hand is applied. This requires more accuracy but decreases the likelihood of damage to the blocking hand.
How to perform a open hand middle side block
To perform a Chudan Shotei Uke with the right hand: Start with your arm in the resting position with an open hand. Powerfully thrust your right hand across your body while at the same time moving your left hand to your side towards the resting position. Add power to the movement by rotating your hips (to the left when performing a right hand Shotei Uke).
The video clip shows Sensei Terry Lyon (5th Dan) performing open hand middle side block.
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Open hand middle side block: points to remember
- If blocking a punch your block should move horizontally across your body and not in a downward movement. This lateral push on the attackers arm spins the attacker and exposes his back to your counter attack.
- As with most blocks, Shotei Uke can be use as an attack. When blocking, a strike at your attackers elbow joint can cause severe damage that disables your attacker’s arm from further attacks.