Written by Sensei Mitch on January 29, 2022
Why We Train: Karate
Articles of Interest . For Kids . Karate . Questions . StylesWhy do we train and practice and drill in the Dojo? The ultimate purpose of karate is to develop the better features of human character rather then merely to strengthen human beings against a physical enemies. Karate training is different then any other form of training. It can be done anywhere, no special equipment necessary.
Written by Sensei Mitch on January 26, 2022
Comical Competition
Articles of Interest . Competition . Karate . VideoCompetitions are often witness to exaggerations and comical actions. Here is one of my favorite from 1999 by Wayne Dalgish: While Wayne was comically animated, his form was excellent. Watching this still makes me chuckle, of course the joke is on me, because Wayne Daglish went on to incredible success, while I am just writing
Written by Sensei Mitch on January 25, 2022
Basic Sparring Equipment Explained
Articles of Interest . Competition . Karate . Products . Questions . Training notesWritten by Sensei Mitch Sparring with an opponent is one of the most fundamental aspects of any martial arts training. It is after all, the time to test all the skills, strength, speed and techniques you have learnt and put them all together. Nevertheless, there’s an important thing to consider first before rushing into a
Written by Sensei Mitch on January 21, 2022
Virtues of Karate
Articles of Interest . Karate . Questions . StylesThese are the virtues of all Karate-Ka. These twelve virtues are important to the proper training and growth of a Martial Artist. As we move through our training these virtues take on new meaning. We gain depth of understanding and respect for those who have gone before us. Read this list and understand that Karate
Written by Sensei Mitch on January 19, 2022
Basic Martial Arts Gear Explained
Articles of Interest . Products . ReviewsWritten by Sensei Mitch In order to look the part, enhance your martial arts training sessions and broaden your techniques, some form of martial arts gear will ultimately be required particularly if you intend on joining a martial arts club. Although you can practice the martial arts in any type of clothing, even your pajamas,
Written by Sensei Mitch on January 17, 2022
Karate for Kids, a good idea?
Articles of Interest . For Kids . Karate . QuestionsIt is estimated that 50 percent of karate practitioners are children. So at what age should a parent think about getting their child involved in karate? According to sports-medicine guidelines, it is not recommended that children under the age of eight engage in a sport that involves contact or collision between participants. While karate training
Written by Sensei Mitch on January 15, 2022
I’ll Take a Bet On Fighting Spirit!
Articles of Interest . History . KarateA Speech by Sosai Mas Oyama On May 10, 1978, in Nara, the ancient capital of Japan, Kancho (Director) Oyama gave a speech at a Public Seminar in which many prominent people from throughout Japan were also invited to speak. As in all Kancho Oyama’s speeches, he spoke without the aid of any notes, and
Written by Sensei Mitch on January 14, 2022
The Importance of Stretching
Articles of Interest . Fitness . Karate . Technique . Training notesBy Sensei Mitch Take this article for what it is, layman’s advice. All I know about stretching I have learned from reading and trail and error, no formal courses, no certificates, just personal experience and written material. With that said, read on at your own risk (I had to say that;). Why do we stretch?
Written by Sensei Mitch on January 12, 2022
The Importance of Breathing…
Articles of Interest . Fitness . Karate . Technique . Training notesBreath for Life How much do you know about breathing? You do it every moment of every day. You’ve done it since you were born. We all know that we must breath in order to live. It is so necessary we do not even need to think about breathing for it to occur. Think of
Written by Sensei Mitch on January 7, 2022
Your Heart Rate & Training
Articles of Interest . FitnessBy Sensei Mitch Our hearts pump pump the blood vital to our existence. This movement of blood supplies the nutrients and oxygen that our bodies require. Once the payload of nutrients and oxygen are delivered the blood removes toxins from our bodies to keep us health. All of this driven by the beating of our
