Meaning of Martial Arts
Origin and Meaning of "Martial" The word "martial" comes from the Latin word "Mārtiālis," meaning "related to Mars". Mars was the Roman god of war and also an agricultural guardian, ...
Practical Kata Applications
Explore the rich realm of Okinawan kata with these captivating books. They offer comprehensive insights into the execution of the individual techniques within the kata and suggestions for their practical application for self-defense (bunkai), along with a collection of thought-provoking articles. These books provide an essential journey for martial arts enthusiasts into the world of Okinawan kata.
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Interpretation of techniques (short version)
Most practitioners of Karate do not pay much attention to the whole technique. I think that is a fundamental mistake. Let us take Gedan-barai as an example; in most cases, ...
How to practice Nami-gaeshi
Nami-gaeshi translates into "wave return", a more understandable description is "returning wave". The name of the technique refers to the movement that the leg performs. The leg movement resembles an ...
Tetsuhiro Hokama
A Life in Martial Arts While visiting Okinawa, I had the honor of meeting Tetsuhiro Hokama. He welcomed me warmly and took the time to share his deep knowledge of ...