Karate techniques Techniques [Waza 技]We've listed a number of karate techniques and their Japanese names on the pages below. If you can't see one, let us know and we'll see about adding it. Karate techniques Non-Offensive techniques Balance [Heikō 平衡] Breathing methods [Kokyū Hō 呼吸法] Blocks [Uke Waza 受け技] Footwork [Ashi Sabaki 足捌き] Manoeuvring the body [Tai Sabaki 体捌き Stances [Tachi Waza 立技] Offensive Techniques [Kōgeki Waza 攻撃技] Kicks [Keri Waza 蹴り技] Punches [Tsuki Waza 突き技] Take-downs [Taoshi Waza 倒し技] Throws [Nage Waza 投げ技] Ground techniques [Ne Waza 寝技]