Vertical grappling in karate seamlessly integrates striking ranges with throws and ground work, as practitioners utilize clinch techniques to bridge the gap between standing and close-quarters combat. This multifaceted approach not only enhances a karateka’s ability to control an opponent within the vertical plane but also enables a smooth transition from striking exchanges to throws and groundwork, and finally to escape. #bkatoday #bushidokarateassociation #bka #fitnesswithapurpose #30thanniver