Written by Sensei Mitch on March 2, 2023
Tai Chi Explored
Styles . TechniqueTai Chi, also known as Tai Chi Chuan, is an internal Chinese martial art that is practiced for both its defense training and its health benefits. Its history dates back to the 16th century, during the Ming Dynasty in China, and its origins are attributed to the Taoist monk Zhang Sanfeng. One myth surrounding Tai
Written by Sensei Mitch on February 28, 2023
Boxing: History, Training & Skills
Styles . TechniqueMartial arts refer to a broad range of combat practices and traditions that encompass various styles, techniques, and disciplines. Boxing, while considered a martial art, is not the typically the first thing people think of when hearing the Martial Arts. While respected many martial artists underestimate Boxing compared to other martial arts like Karate of
Written by Sensei Mitch on February 27, 2023
Martial Arts of the World
Styles . TechniqueOver the coming weeks I’ll be posting about the various Martial Arts Styles around the world. It would be awesome if some of you would comment on your particular style when I do. While not meant to be an exhaustive list here is a breakdown of some of the major fighting or martial arts and
Written by Sensei Mitch on February 26, 2023
Mas Oyama Motivation
Karate . Styles . Training notes . UncategorizedMas Oyama, the founder of Kyokushin Karate, was known for his unwavering discipline, focus, and determination. He was dedicated to pushing the limits of both his physical and mental abilities, and was driven by a strong will to succeed in his martial arts training. Oyama incorporated the principles of Zen Buddhism into his practice, and
Written by Sensei Mitch on April 3, 2022
Amazing Focused Skill
For Kids . Styles . TechniqueThis young man has a bright future ahead of him.. His focus and technique is amazing given his young age. Most people forget of the great accomplishments children are capable of if excellence is demanded in a healthy way. The higher we set the bar the higher our youth will achieve. To many prescribe to
Written by Sensei Mitch on March 16, 2022
Gekisai Dai Ni Kata with Instructions
Karate . Styles . Technique . Training notesThe southern Kata have their origins in Goju Ryu karate, which Oyama learned while training under So Nei Chu and Gogen Yamaguchi. Gekisai (Conquer and Occupy) means conquer and occupy. The name is derived from the characters Geki 撃, meaning defeat or conquer, and Sai 塞, meaning fortress or stronghold (literally translated as “closed”, “shut”
Written by Sensei Mitch on March 14, 2022
Gekisai Dai Ichi Kata with Instructions
Karate . Styles . Technique . Training notesThe southern Kata have their origins in Goju Ryu karate, which Oyama learned while training under So Nei Chu and Gogen Yamaguchi. Gekisai (Conquer and Occupy) means conquer and occupy. The name is derived from the characters Geki 撃, meaning defeat or conquer, and Sai 塞, meaning fortress or stronghold (literally translated as “closed”, “shut”
Written by Sensei Mitch on February 8, 2022
Mas Oyama Message to Kyokushin Members
History . Karate . Profiles . Styles“I send this message to all of you with a lament for the confusion that exist in the world” We are a strong organization that maintains the same belief, purpose, and idea without consideration of the frontier, race, or religion. Together we choose our own destiny, and we even consider ourselves as one big family,
Written by Sensei Mitch on February 5, 2022
The Perfect Flying Kick
Fitness . Karate . State of Mind . Styles . Technique . Training notesCapturing the Perfect Flying Kick on film is no easy task without using time capture devices (like most phones these days!) That said there still are not many pictures because Perfect form is not that common, because these kicks require substantial practice. In seeking to write this article I found the following photo and thought
Written by Sensei Mitch on February 1, 2022
Mas Oyama’s Life and History
Articles of Interest . History . StylesMasutatsu (Mas) Oyama 1923 – 1994 Founder of Kyokushin Karate The Man The Legend.This is the History of one of the Greatest Martial Artist whoever lived and a legend in his own time. Kyokushinkai karate’s founder (Sosai), Masutatsu Oyama, was born by the name of Yong-I-Choi in Qa-Ryong-Ri Yong-chi-Myo’n Chul Na Do, a village not
