Karate Kid Master Dojo Podcast

Ki Hap

Master Craig Season 4 Episode 16

In this episode, we examine the use of the KI or Ki Hap in class and in a self defense situations.  We talk about the benefits of doing a Ki Hap or "Spirit Yell" in general when doing your techniques to generate power.  In self defense situations, the Ki Hap is a tool to get over fear, inspire fear to your opponent, and generate surprise that is useful to counterattack.  We also look at the uses in patterns or Katas, speed drills, and shield attack to use to energize and motivate both yourself and others in class.