Shorin ryu kata origins
We practice 8 major Shorin ryu katas. Some people say that this is not enough, but we say it is to much. Read more…
Three zen stories
Martial arts student went to his teacher and said earnestly, “I am devoted to studying your martial system. How long will it take me to master it.” Read more…
Sensei Itosu 10 percepts
Tode did not develop from the way of Buddhism or Confucianism. In the recent past Shorin-ryu and Shorei-ryu were brought over from China.
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Karate School for Children and AdultsIf you want to practice self-defense and traditional karate from Okinawa, you’re welcome to join us! We offer three groups: Children in grades 2-3 (9-10 years), practice sessions on Tue-Thurs at 8:00 PM. We still have a few spots available. Beginners aged 15 and up can choose to train on […]- Nunchaku tutorial – Matayoshi kata main sequence applicationMain sequence of Matayoshi nunchaku kata is very interesting because it is not simple figure “8” movement as in other known okinawan kobudo styles. If you look closely you will see that there are two straight strikes and two diagonals. Point here is to be able to strike with nuchaku […]
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