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Hatakizomi (Slap-Down)

Decoupling / Counter Technique

Hatakizomi (Slap-Down)

  1. 01

    Absorb or redirect the opponent's forward charge at the initial Tachi-ai.

  2. 02

    Step swiftly backward or sidestep off the line of power.

  3. 03

    Place both palms flat on the opponent's upper back, neck, or shoulders as they over-commit their weight forward.

  4. 04

    Slap their upper back down toward the clay, utilizing their own forward kinetic energy against them.

  5. 05

    Maintain balance while the opponent falls forward flat onto the clay surface.

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