# Saifa

Saifa
kanji: サイファ
origin: China
creator: Unknown
createdon: Unknown
learnt at: 7th Kyu (Yellow Belt)
grading: 6th Kyu and above

# Name Meaning

The name is generally translated as "smash and tear". (opens new window) has meanings like "smash/break/crush", while (opens new window) has meanings like "rend/tear/destroy/defeat".

# Kata History

# How To

# Important Points

# Kata Techniques

  • Shotei Uke
  • Ura Ken Uchi
  • Morote Sukui Uke
  • Hiji Ate
  • Mae Geri
  • Heiko Zuki
  • Tettsui Uchi
  • Hiki Uke
  • Ashi Barai
  • Ura Zuki
  • Gyaku Zuki
  • Haito Uchi
  • Tora Guchi

# Kata Stances

  • Musubi Dachi
  • Shiko Dachi
  • Sagiashi Dachi
  • Zenkutsu Dachi
  • Hachiji Dachi
  • Han Zenkutsu Dachi
  • Neko Ashi Dachi

# Bunkai

See Saifa (Bunkai)