Heian Yondan

Heian Yondan is the fourth kata in the Heian series and represents a significant step up in complexity. It introduces more advanced techniques including kake-uke (hook block), yama-zuki (mountain punch), and distinctive leg techniques such as hiza-geri (knee strike) and yoko-geri (side kick). The kata is characterized by its dynamic movements and the combination of both slow and fast techniques. It emphasizes strong stances and precise timing, particularly in its signature double-strike combinations.