KARATE TRAINING - THE 3 K'S OF KARATE ( KIHON ,KATA, KUMITE)

So a typical karate class would start of with basic punches, strikes, blocks and kicks. Normally starting of with single techniques, then progressing to combinations. Working through the shotokan belt system, the kihon starts with single techniques, like oizuki (stepping punch), then after a few belts, the kihon progresses to combinations like sanbonzuki (three punches), then at brown belt, the kihon enters the semi freestyle range, where techniques are snapped back, instead of held out.
AGE UKE KARATE / MARTIAL ARTS AGE UKE
AGE UKE KARATE


WHAT ARE THE DIFFERENCES BETWEEN KUNG FU, KARATE AND TAE KWON DO

Are you interested in studying Karate, Kung Fu or Tae Kwon Do but aren't sure what each has to offer? Making the commitment to study one of the martial arts is no small task. If you've always wondered what the differences are between many of the martial arts that or how they can all look the same while being so very different, then perhaps you should take a moment to learn about them. Even though they have influence over one another, learn the vast differences between the forms of Karate, Kung Fu and Tae Kwon Do. Pick a style that fits what you are looking for in your next sports activity.

THE BENEFITS OF KIDS LEARNING KARATE

Martial arts are great physical activities for kids of all genders and ages. In addition to toning muscles and building strength with natural body weight, combat sports and martial arts teach children valuable skills that can be applied throughout life. Karate and martial arts are fun pastimes with a number of disciplines that suit many personalities

HOW KARATE CLASSES CAN BENEFIT YOU CHILD

If you want your children to learn skills that will keep them physically, mentally and emotionally fit then karate classes are a great alternative to team sports. While team sports offer similar benefits, learning these skills can be limited to those kids on the playing field.

CAN KIDS KARATE HELP CHILDREN IN SCHOOL

How can you give your kids the edge in school and in life? Kids karate classes are the answer. From self-discipline to ability to focus, to respect for others, it sets your children up for success in life.


LEARNING KARATE - SHUTO UKE KOKUTSU DACHI (KNIFE HAND BLOCK BACK STANCE) PART 1

Shuto uke in kokutsu dachi or knife hand block in back stance, is probably one of the most awkward karate techniques, in shotokan karate. The blocking arm positions for the three shotokan karate basic mid level blocks (soto uke, uchi uke, shuto uke), are almost the identical.
KARATE SELF DEFENCE/ MARTIAL ARTS SELF DEFENCE
SELF DEFENCE


KARATE CLASSES - 7 TIPS TO HELP YOUR KUMITE (SPARRING)

Impact. It is good to hit things! Make sure you have power in your strikes.

   LEANING KARATE - FLUID OR ROBOTIC ?

When someone starts learning karate, they will be told to squeeze their muscles for a split second, upon completion of a karate move, then completely relax, whilst keeping their form. The trouble is, kime is difficult for karate black belts, never mind someone attending karate classes for the first time.

THE BENEFITS OF KARATE

Are you thinking about taking up Karate? This article is an insight to the many benefits that Karate provides.

KARATE FOR BEGINNERS _ HOW OFTEN SHOULD / TRAIN ?

Normally, someone new to Karate classes will attend one session per week in the beginning, as the student progresses this will obviously increase. I personally recommend training one karate for beginners session per week for the first three to six months, after this, a minimum of two lessons per week is essential.

KARATE/ MARTIAL ARTS
KARATE PRACTICE


KARATE  - THE BENEFITS

Probably the main reason people learn Karate is to defend themselves. Although Karate teaches you to protect yourself from being attacked, it also has develops confidence in an individual. By perseverance in Karate training a person develops a strong character and learns qualities like discipline, determination, alertness and self-control.
KARATE BENEFITS/ KIDS BENEFITS
KARATE BENEFITS


KARATE KATA - WHY IS KATA SO IMPORTANT ?

If you want to master Karate or just want to improve your Karate technique you must focus on truly knowing, learning and understanding Karate Kata. By mastering the basics of Kata and its bunkai/application your sparring and Kumite will benefit greatly. Here are some thoughts on why Kata is so important.


KARATE RYU

Karate is one the most popular of the martial arts. Brief history and development of the fighting systems of Okinawa.

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