
The Karate Uniform: Gi
Articles of Interest . Ask Sensei . Questions . StylesShortly after starting to learn Karate, the new student will want to purchase the appropriate uniform and look like everyone else in the class. The Gi is the traditional uniform of Karate, and its main purpose lies in its functionality. This applies to all of the Japanese and Okinawan Karate styles. Judo uniforms are also Read More

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. Read More

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 Read More

KATA: What is it?
Styles . Technique . Training notesBy Sensei Mitch Kata is a formal karate exercise. The sequence of movements of a Kata consist of logical combinations of the three fundamental movements (blocks, hand strikes and kicks). The Kata represents an imaginary battle with invisible foes. Katas are designed to help the student perfect their techniques while strengthening their timing, coordination and Read More
The 11 Motto’s of Mas Oyama
Karate . Styles . Training notesSosai Masutatsu “Mas” Oyama summed up his entire Martial Arts philosophy in his Eleven Motto’s, known as the “Zayū no Mei Jūichi Kajō” 座右の銘十一個条, which are central to his teaching. Many of these hold very practical application even today. 11 Motto’s The Martial Arts way begins and ends with courtesy. Therefore, be properly and genuinely Read More
Kyokushin: Topic Katas
Karate . Styles . TechniqueKyokushin Kata The word ‘Kata’ means shape or pattern. The ‘Kanji’ Kata is composed of the following characters: Katachi Katachi meaning “shape” or “pattern”; Kai Kai means “cutting”; Tsuchi Tsuchi meaning “Earth” or “Soul”. Literally translated , kata means “shape which cuts the earth.” Sounds intimidating and some of them can be! Read More
Kyokushin Karate Defined
Karate . Styles . Training notesWHAT IS KYOKUSHIN KARATE? Kyokushin Karate is a powerful style of Martial Art, founded by the legendary Karate master Masutatsu Oyama. Kyokushin combines both traditional and freestyle training methods into a practical and effective self defense system that is suitable for men, women and children of all ages. The biggest difference with other styles is Read More
Benefits Practicing Kyokushinkai Karate
Karate . Styles . Training notesKyokushin Karate practice, provides a number of benefits that have a positive influence on the formation of character, and the strengthening of the personality. In Kyokushin Karate students not only learn to respect elders, higher ranks, accept the corrections of his instructor; but also, gives the opportunity to the Karate practitioner to know their body, Read More
Taikyoku 3 (San)
Styles . Technique . Training notesMaster Gichin Funakoshi (Shotokan) derived the three Taikyoku kata from northern Chinese kempo and Shorin Ryu, the Okinawan karate style based on Chinese Shaolin (i.e. “Shorin”) kempo. Mas Oyama in turn adapted these for Kyokushin as he trained under Master Funakoshi. The Taikyuko kata utilize long, powerful stances and strong blocks and strikes. The Taiyoku Read More
Taikyoku 2 (Ni)
Styles . Technique . Training notesMaster Gichin Funakoshi (Shotokan) derived the three Taikyoku kata from northern Chinese kempo and Shorin Ryu, the Okinawan karate style based on Chinese Shaolin (i.e. “Shorin”) kempo. Mas Oyama in turn adapted these for Kyokushin as he trained under Master Funakoshi. The Taikyuko kata utilize long, powerful stances and strong blocks and strikes. The Taiyoku Read More
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