Cha
Brown, as in brown belt or 3rd Ku

Chakugan
To pay attention, or to concentration

Chibusa
The breast of the human body, a striking point for many karate techniques.

Chichi
Nipple on the human body, a striking point for many self-defence techniques and a vulnerable area to strike.

Chidori ashi
A stepping action involving one foot crossing over another

Chii kara
Internal power or Strength

Chika ma
Close range position from an opponent

Chikara
External strength or power

Chikayoru
To shorten the distance between yourself and an opponent

Chimei
A strike if performed correctly with maximum power would have the potential to kill the opponent.

Chinte

‘Strange Hands’ Kata

Choku

Straight, as in ‘Choku-tsuki’ or straight punch.

Choku-Tsuki

Choku (Straight) Tsuki (Punch)

Choku Sen

In a straight line, a direct route

Choshi

Rhythm

Choyaku hangeki

A counter attack which involves jumping

Chudan

The Middle level as in Chudan tsuki (middle level punch) E.g Chudan Barai, Chudan keri, Chudan uchi.

Chukitsu

A Vulnerable Atemi point found in the fold of the elbow

Chushin

The centre of your movements and your balance.

Chusoku

The ball of the foot. A striking surface as used in mae geri.