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 22, 2022
Philosophical Thoughts by Sosai Mas Oyama
History . Karate . Quotes“One becomes a beginner after one thousand days (2 years, 270 days) of training and an expert after ten thousand days (27 years, 145 days) of practice.” “Although it is important to study and train for skill in techniques, for the man who wishes to truly accomplish the way of budo, it is important to
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 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 11, 2022
The Meaning of OSU!!
For Kids . Karate . Questions“Osu” a simple word, yet it is the essence of Kyokushin Karate, the nature and spirit of life. Like the Hawaiian word, “Aloha”, “OSU” embraces a multitude of meanings, anywhere from hello, goodbye, yes, good, excuse me, thank you, etc. Yet all in the Kyokushin family realize the more deeper and meaningful power of “OSU”.
Written by Sensei Mitch on January 10, 2022
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
Written by Sensei Mitch on January 6, 2022
Why Learn Karate?
Articles of Interest . Karate . Training notes7 Reasons Everyone Should Practice Karate By Sensei Mitch There are a million ways to answer this question. And it is a question that gets asked a lot! When people (young and old) think of karate or more generally the martial arts they picture a violent sport filled with conflict and aggression. Nothing could be
Written by Sensei on February 23, 2006
The Meaning of the Blue Belt (5th Kyu)
Karate . Styles . Training notesBlue is vast and pure, deep and clouded. The blue belt holds a dual meaning, this duality is intentional. First the blue belt represents our physical abilities. Symbolic of the sky, the Blue belt serves as a reminder of the vastness for which we reach. As we grow we reach towards the heavens feeling they
Written by Sensei on February 19, 2006
Fighting Autism to Earn a Black Belt!
Articles of Interest . Karate . News . ProfilesHendersonville, N.C., USAMichael Joyce Jr., recently earned his Black Belt in Karate at the age of 27. Now this may not seem like a big deal but Michael Joyce Jr., is autistic. Over the past six years he worked his way to his Black Belt one baby step at a time. If you ask Joyce
Written by Sensei on February 16, 2006
No Limits for Leremy!
For Kids . Karate . News . ProfilesChillicothe,OH, USA. The Chillicothe Martial Arts Academy has a truly amazing student. 12-year-old Leremy Kirk is becoming an adept Karate kid despite the fact that he is less than five feet and lacks use of his legs. Leremy and his instructor, Sensei Bryan Speakman, have collaborated for the last 18 months on formulating Shotokan Karate
