Pressure Points in Martial Arts

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What Are Pressure Points? Many people associate pressure points with acupuncture and meridian lines, as ...

The worn-out word Karate

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Today, the word "Karate" is thrown around so loosely that it barely means anything anymore ...

Ishidatami Michi (Stone-paved Road)

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Ishidatami Michi (石畳道) - Stone-Paved Road in Kinjo-cho, Shuri The Shuri Kinjo-cho Stone-Paved Path is ...

Realistic Self-Defense

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How to Adapt Classic Karate Techniques to Realistic Self-Defense Situations Karate, a martial art with ...

Fukushuen Garden

Historical Background Fukushuen Garden was built in 1992 to mark two events: the 70th anniversary ...

Realistic Kihon

Kihon is the foundation of Karate. It builds technique, power, and control. However, if kihon ...

Tetsuhiro Hokama

A Life in Martial Arts While visiting Okinawa, I had the honor of meeting Tetsuhiro ...

Okinawa Karate Kaikan and Museum

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The Okinawa Karate Kaikan in Tomigusuku, near Naha Airport, is a large facility dedicated to ...

Okinawa Prefecture Karate Museum and Dojo

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The Okinawa Prefecture Karate Museum, founded by Tetsuhiro Hokama (Hanshi 10th Dan), is located in ...

Top Dumbbell Leg exercises for martial artists

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Building strong and powerful legs is crucial for martial artists. Stronger stances, better kicking power, ...