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Shotokan Karate - General Background

... by the powerful Japan Karate Association. Before long, it was to be found all over the world. Triads: Shotokan is built on what are known as triads, which are both real organisations and metaphors for something much deeper ... Read Read: Shotokan Karate - General Background

By: Thanaseelan | 18/04/2007 | Art & Entertainment

How Much Karate or Kung Fu Are You Going to Need?

... . And, sad truth of the matter, most of the martial arts being taught these days are pretty much filler. Karate, such as Shotokan, Uechi or Shito ryu, has dozens of forms, hundreds of techniques, fancy ways of taking apart an attacker, yet, ... Read Read: How Much Karate or Kung Fu Are You Going to Need?

By: Al Case | 26/10/2009 | Martial Arts
Jacob Lumbroso

The Origins of Karate

... 's style and techniques would eventually develop into the Shōrin;-ryū karate style.Gichin Funakoshi, founder of Shotokan karate, is generally credited with having popularized karate on the Japanese mainland though the spread is more likely ... Read Read: The Origins of Karate

By: Jacob Lumbroso | 05/06/2009 | Hobbies

Learn About Wado-ryu Karate

... began his martial arts career in Shindo Yoshin Ryu Jujitsu, and than trained under the personal guidance of Shotokan founder Gichin Funakoshi – who is sometimes recognized as the Father of Karate. After years of training and studying, ... Read Read: Learn About Wado-ryu Karate

By: Javier Lozano, Jr. | 19/06/2008 | Martial Arts

Why Does It Take So Long To Get A Black Belt In Karate?

... acceptable. The next thing to consider is the curriculum specific to your style of martial arts. If we look at the art of Shotokan Karate as an example, by the time you are black belt you should have a high level of knowledge of about 20 ... Read Read: Why Does It Take So Long To Get A Black Belt In Karate?

By: Paul A. Walker | 04/01/2008 | Sports & Fitness

Will My Martial Art Get Me To The UFC?

... you should study to give yourself the best chance of becoming a good fighter. · Striking Skills: Boxing, Muay Thai, Shotokan, Taekwondo, Kickboxing, Savate · Take-Downs: Judo, Hapkido, Sanda (San Shou), Sambo · Grappling and Submissions: ... Read Read: Will My Martial Art Get Me To The UFC?

By: Paul A. Walker | 04/01/2008 | Sports & Fitness

The Hidden Costs Of Choosing The Wrong Style Of Martial Arts Karate

... to end his study of the martial arts due to family commitments, the transition into my current style of Shotokan Karate was not too difficult due to the similarities with my first style of karate. Fortunately I have few regrets based on the ... Read Read: The Hidden Costs Of Choosing The Wrong Style Of Martial Arts Karate

By: Paul A. Walker | 02/01/2008 | Sports & Fitness

The Jeet Kune Do Staight Blast

... alternating horizontal fist strikes, overwhelming him and his assertion about JKD’s complete superiority.  Jerry told me that Shotokan had its own version of the straight blast and Bruce’s point was to teach the student to respect and ... Read Read: The Jeet Kune Do Staight Blast

By: George Ilyadis | 10/11/2009 | Men's Health

Karate Kids: Children and Martial Arts

... of how to protect himself and others from danger. He also showed interest in traditional karate. Notice there is no mention of competitions; there are none in Shotokan. This appealed to me.” Parents can visit various martial arts facilities ... Read Read: Karate Kids: Children and Martial Arts

By: Carma Haley | 01/11/2009 | Martial Arts

How to change Classical Karate into Classical Kung Fu!

... you are going to find are going to be stylistic. A block is a block, a punch is a punch, a kick is a kick, and a technique is a technique. Shotokan used to be Te, Uechi Ryu used to be Pan Gai Noon, and so on. That said, let's look at a ... Read Read: How to change Classical Karate into Classical Kung Fu!

By: Al Case | 18/11/2009 | Martial Arts

Karate Basics

... have teachers that have created hybrids of karate styles like JIKC style which uses a combination of karate styles. The Shotokan style of Karate is characterized by deep, long stances to provide stability and robust movements. At the other ... Read Read: Karate Basics

By: Ernie Grant | 23/09/2009 | Sports & Fitness

Origins Of Karate And Key Benefits For The Practitioner

... well beyond the self-protection applications. In traditional karate-do, we always keep in mind that the real adversary is oneself.Shotokan founder Gichin Funakoshi has said that "spirit and know-how become one in real karate." We endeavor ... Read Read: Origins Of Karate And Key Benefits For The Practitioner

By: Javier Perez | 06/04/2009 | Martial Arts

Martial Arts For Kids

... hours watching inane shows. The irony is that once they're involved in karate, taekwondo, kung fu, Shotokan, or any other discipline, they usually enjoy themselves. The key is providing them with the opportunity. In this article, I'll ... Read Read: Martial Arts For Kids

By: Frank Lucer | 27/11/2008 | Sports & Fitness

The Truth Behind the Three Depths of Striking in the Martial Arts!

... fist like you want it to mean something?   This is what is behind the philosophy of classic one shot one kill martial arts like shotokan or uechi ryu. This is the secret of internal power behind the martial arts like shaolin kung fu, like ... Read Read: The Truth Behind the Three Depths of Striking in the Martial Arts!

By: Al Case | 23/11/2009 | Martial Arts

What Happens When You Have No Reaction Time!

... you killed. The whole concept, and I dont care if you are a practitioner of Hung Gar or Wing Chun or Shotokan or whatever, is designed to make you a victim. Now, the problem is that this concept of reaction time has become common to all ... Read Read: What Happens When You Have No Reaction Time!

By: Al Case | 14/11/2009 | Martial Arts

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