Tsuki – The way I do it
Once I was asked, why I do my Punch the way I do. Most often, my Tsuki (Punch) resembles a combination between a vertical and a horizontal punch. The answer ...
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.
Must Read Articles
Realistic Kihon
Kihon is the foundation of Karate. It builds technique, power, and control. However, if kihon is practiced in a rigid and unrealistic way, it becomes useless in real combat. To ...
Pinan or Heian
What 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 ...
The worn-out word Karate
Today, the word "Karate" is thrown around so loosely that it barely means anything anymore. For some, it means kids in white uniforms yelling while earning participation trophies. Others picture ...