Learn About Karate's Scooping Block (Sukui-Uke)

This page provides details for Karate's Sukui-Uke (Scooping Block or Scoop Block).

This technique is designed to block a weak kick by an opponent. At the same time, you use this block to catch (scoop or hook) the opponent's leg in order to set up a counterattack or to knock over your opponent.

You will find this blocking technique used in Karate kata.

For more blocking techniques, please visit the main Karate Blocks section.