Gedan Barai  Downward Block

The first type of block is called. Gedan Barai

is also known as the downward block. This block is used to block an incoming kick from the opponent. To execute this block, you will raise your leg so that your knee is at chest level and your foot is in front of your body. You will then use your shin to deflect the kick away from your body.

In Shotokan karate, you would use these blocks for your Kihon, which is the basic technique of karate. 

And you would also use these blocks in your Kata.

Heian Shodan and Taikyoku Shodan. 

The second type of block is called. Age Uke 

is also known as the high block. This block is used to block an incoming kick from the opponent. To execute this block, you will raise your leg so that your knee is at chest level and your foot is in front of your body. You will then use your shin to deflect the kick away from your body.In

In Shotokan karate, you would use these blocks for your Kihon, which is the basic technique of karate. 

And you would also use these blocks in your Kata, 

Heian Shodan and Heian Nidan.

The third type of block is called. Uchi Ude Uke,

the outside block. This block is used to block an incoming punch from the opponent. To execute this block, you will raise your arm so that your elbow is at shoulder level and your hand is in front of your face. You will then use your forearm to deflect the punch away from your head.

In Shotokan karate, you would use these blocks for your Kihon, which is the basic technique of karate.  And you would also use these blocks in your Kata.

Heian Nidan and Heian Sandan.

The fourth type of block is called. Soto Ude Uke,

the outside block is used to deflect a strike from the inside outward away from your centerline. Start by holding your arm out straight with your palm facing down to perform an outside block. From here, snap your arm up and outward so that your palm ends up in front of your face with your fingers pointing downward. As you do this, be sure to twist your hips so that you can use your body weight to generate additional power. 

In Shotokan karate, you would use these blocks for your Kihon, which is the basic technique of karate. 

And you would also use these blocks in your Kata,   Bassai Dai. 

The fifth type of block is called. Shuto Uke

the sword hand block.To properly execute this block, extend your arm out in front of you with your palm open and fingers together pointing toward the opponent. When the opponent punches or kicks, use the side of your hand to strike their arm or leg and deflect it away from you.

The definition of  Shuto In English means the side of your hand. Defense with the edge of the hand. 

In Shotokan karate, you would use these blocks for your Kihon, which is the basic technique of karate. 

And you would also use these blocks in your Kata, like

 Heian Yondan and Empi.

The seventh type block we’ll discuss is called. Juji Uke,

or crossed-block, starts by holding one arm across the body and the other in a crossed position. The two arms should form an X in front of the chest. This block is used to defend against punches and kicks. 

Conclusion:
Blocks are an important part of Shotokan karate. They are used to protect the practitioner from their opponent’s attacks. There are two types of blocks: stationary and moving. Stationary blocks are performed while the practitioner is standing in one spot, and moving blocks are performed while the practitioner is moving towards or away from their opponent. In order to effectively execute a block, it is important to practice and master the techniques.