Instructions for Shotokan Kihon Ippon Kumite - Jodan (One Step Sparring)

This page focuses on Shotokan Ippon Kumite (one step sparring). Moreover, it looks at Jodan (upper) techniques which aimed at the level of the head. Sparring teaches students how to utilize the basic elements of Karate (i.e. kicks, punches and blocks) for self-defense. You should also visit the page focused on chudan kumite.

For additional kumite techniques, please visit the main Shotokan Kumite section.