Jan 21, 20213 minDeveloping Kime (Shocking Power)By: Sensei Avi Rokah 8th Dan How to Develop Kime using mitts, heavy bag or makiwara. Hitting the bag, the mitts or the makiwara, should...
May 13, 20204 minSensei Nishiyama, The Practical and The PhilosopherHe merged the old wisdom of Okinawa karate, with the old traditions of Japanese Budo (martial arts) and with latest sport science.
Mar 19, 20203 minDoes Repetition make Perfect?One of the characteristics of karate training is repetitions of basics, Sensei Nishiyama used to start the class with hundreds of punches...
Mar 9, 20204 minMind like Ice, Spirit like Fire This is one of my favorite Budo quotes, describing the optimal mindset for fighting/self defense. One must keep the mind calm and the...
Feb 25, 20202 minAvoid Lapse in AttentivenessIn karate, when sparring, more than anything else I know, if you lose attention, you get immediate feedback. But to keep your attention...
Jan 29, 20204 minBody, Mind and Brain in HarmonyIn Karate through many generations, the wisdom and the tools were developed and transmitted to achieve harmony in oneself and with opponent.
Jan 29, 20207 minShotokan Karate a History Karate has multiple origins. Throughout history, Karate has borrowed from several traditions and incorporated them to form a now defined sty
Jan 5, 20205 minForm or Formless?Form is limitation, a necessary limitation, therefore ultimately we should be free of form. Being free of form mentally and physically...
Dec 10, 201915 minInterview with Sensei Hidetaka NishiyamaWell, when the Funakoshi dojo was destroyed during the war the students all moved to the college to train. This is when the problems...
Nov 28, 20192 minPosture Actually Changes Your PhysiologyIn Karate we know how important posture is for Effective Movement, but can these postures actually cause power?
Nov 21, 201924 minAn Interview with Toru ShimojiAs I saw him for the first time, I remember being taken back by his powerful presence. Many have told me of their similar first experience..
Nov 20, 20192 minWhat Feels Powerful is Not Necessarily Powerful Butch Harmon was chosen as world best golf instructor since 2003 and he said “for longer drives, forget what feels powerful”.
Nov 16, 20192 minForm and Principles in KaratePrecise form is very important in Karate training, Good form provides us a structure that allows to maximize force production and...
Nov 15, 20198 minA Woman's Perspective on KarateQ: What would you say to a young woman who may be apprehensive about getting involved in what is commonly considered a male-dominated sport?