How to Assume an Attention Stance in Karate

All martial arts have a formal stance in which you come to attention, usually when addressed by an instructor or a senior belt.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

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Informal Attention Stance (Heisoku Dachi)

1. Place your feet together, pointing straight ahead.

2. Keep your knees slightly bent and your arms to your sides.

3. Distribute your weight evenly on your legs.

4. Maintain good posture. Keep your head, neck and back perfectly straight.

5. Look straight ahead, but don't focus on anything in particular.

Formal Attention Stance (Musubi Dachi)

6. Place your heels together and point your feet out at a 45-degree angle.

7. Keep your knees slightly bent and your arms to your sides.

8. Distribute your weight evenly on your legs.

9. Maintain good posture. Keep your head, neck and back perfectly straight.

10. Look straight ahead, but don't focus on anything in particular.

Tips & Warnings

• In karate, all formal individual and two-person exercises begin with an attention stance and a bow to show respect and humility.
• If you have any condition that would impair or limit your ability to engage in physical activity, please consult a physician before attempting this activity.

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