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Karate originated on the island of Okinawa. It is a holistic martial art that encompasses all ranges of close-combat. It’s adaptable approach includes techniques for striking, throwing, and grappling. Originally developed for the purposes of self-defense and life-protection, not competition, we hold true to karate’s original intent.

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Atemi-waza, meaning "striking techniques" are some of the most obvious and commonly interpreted applications of kata movements.

The non-striking or "chambering" hand is often overlooked in applications. Notice here that the chambering hand is actively pulling the opponent off balance. To make your applications more effective keep both hands engaged whenever possible.

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$Uke-waza, meaning "receiving techniques" or "receptions", have many variations but one goal: receive the opponent's attack and turn it to your advantage. Movements that facilitate receptions are commonly interpreted as "blocks", but that is just a fraction of their versality. Register for the upcoming Kata Interpretation seminar where we will be covering this and more Link in the bio #budotribe #budo #martialway #martialarts #karate #isshinryu #shorinryu #gojuryu #uechiryu #shotokan #kyokushin #tkd #taekwondo #kungfu #kata #uke #technique #selfdefense$