Bassai Dai is a kata that is ubiquitous in many karate systems. There are many different versions infact. The name translates to "Penetrating the Fortress" and this can mean many different things. Each interpretation of "penetrating" and "fortress" changes how one looks at the moves in this kata. It is often described as an entire martial art in one form because of this.
Here are some videos of how we do this kata. The first one is the kata at regular speed. The next two break the kata down more slowly and split it in half at different angles so people can get a better look at what is going on.
Here are some videos of how we do this kata. The first one is the kata at regular speed. The next two break the kata down more slowly and split it in half at different angles so people can get a better look at what is going on.