The foundation of Isshinryu Karate is based of basic techniques and fundamental theories. This page is meant as a supplemental reference guide for those just beginning to train in Isshinryu so they can understand the theories behind Isshinryu and practice the basic techniques on their own. Basic Exercises Isshinryu Karate is based on 15 basic upper body techniques and 14 lower body basics. These techniques are the fundaments of Isshinryu Karate, which all other techniques are built off of. It is important to learn these techniques correctly before getting into more advanced moves.
Some black belts spend years just perfecting the straight punch.
There is a prefix before each upper body basic. LH- Left Hand. RFF-RH Straight punch solar plexus 2. RFF-RH Uppercut to chin 3. LFF-RH Straight punch solar plexus 4.