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Inward Upper Block
Techniques - Basics: Blocks
Inward Upper Block or Uchi Uke is similar to the Outward Upper block however while in a left fighting stance it will utilize escape direction #2. With this block/escape the defender pivots slightly on the front foot (left) and pushes his body backward one full step. As this body movement is taking place the left arm raises up to the left side of the head (elbow raised high) and then travels forward and around the front of the face taking out any incoming punch. This blocking form is often paired with the Sanchin Dachi or Hourglass stance.

Below you see Shihan Henderson completing the Inward Upper Block from a left stance using a closed hand block form.

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Below you see Shihan Henderson completing the Inward Upper Block from a left stance using an open hand block form.

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