Unveiling Kata Jion’s Origins
As I delve into the history and origins of Kata Jion 慈恩, it becomes evident that there is limited available information about this particular Kata. The belief is that the …
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As I delve into the history and origins of Kata Jion 慈恩, it becomes evident that there is limited available information about this particular Kata. The belief is that the …
Read moreWanshu, a Kata practiced in many martial arts styles, is a great Kata, with a long history. Wanshu is one of the most popular Kata among Okinawan karate systems. The …
Read moreGichin Funakoshi once said: “To search for the old is to understand the new. The old, the new, this is a matter of time. In all things, man must have a …
Read moreKata was created to function in a perfect fight situation. Everything is predetermined. When we are attacked in a certain way, then we use a certain series of defensive techniques …
Read moreSome instructors claim that Kata harbors hidden techniques, asserting that these were concealed during Karate’s integration into the Okinawan school system to prevent potentially dangerous injuries. The notion was that …
Read moreLearning a Kata is a nuanced process that involves more than just mastering patterns and techniques. Here’s a step-by-step guide: Initial Learning. When starting with a new Kata, begin by …
Read moreBunkai means “to break down”, and thus describes the whole process that lies in breaking down and understanding the application of the techniques in a Kata; we simply peel a …
Read moreWhat should we call the five basic Kata from Itosu? Pinan or Heian? Itosu Ankō, the creator of the Pinan Kata. Itosu was raised in a strict home of the …
Read moreKata is a series of movements consisting of offensive and defensive combat techniques, which are composed of former Karate masters. To create Kata was a method of remembering techniques, as …
Read moreBy learning Kata, you get the opportunity to follow in the footsteps of the ancient masters. If you perform Kata with the right spirit, confidence, and humility, you will eventually …
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