👉 Bastinadoing is a term used in the context of martial arts, specifically in the kata and taekwondo disciplines. It refers to the use of a specific hand position or movement that is often associated with a particular style or technique. In kata, a "basti" (pronounced "ba-tee") is a common opening move where a practitioner positions their hands on either side of their body in a manner resembling a fist. This is typically used to open the stance and
