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If you are looking for your first book that introduces you into the applications (Bunkai) and meaning behind the techniques in your (Shotokan) Karate Katas then this is it. But the emphasis lies on ‘introduction’.
It is well described and clearly documented with pictures. The introductory nature come with the basic application scenarios and techniques that are covered. Mostly simple block/counter-attack scenarios.
This is not your book if you are looking for advanced Kata applications, but good if you are on your way to black belt.
Karate Calendar 2014
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Reminder to members regarding wording on events advertised on the EKF website
The EKF welcome your event notifications, in order that they may be posted on to the calendar page without unnecessary delay, please ensure that the following statement is added to your document before sending to admin@englishkaratefederation.com
The EKF welcome your event notifications, in order that they may be posted on to the calendar page without unnecessary delay, please ensure that the following statement is added to your document before sending to admin@englishkaratefederation.com
Please note that this competition is open to members of
the English Karate Federation or members of other WKF affiliated
national governing bodies and competitors not in contravention of WKF
statute 21.9 only. Licence checks will be carried out on the day and
competitors are reminded that a valid licence must be presented upon
request of the organising body or its representative, failure to do so
may result in entry being denied
.
Competitions
April
26-27/04/14
10th Scottish International Open Championships
SENIOR, JUNIOR, CADET, CHILDREN
Meadowbank Sports Centre, 139 London Road, Edinburgh, EH7 6AE
10th Scottish International Open Championships
SENIOR, JUNIOR, CADET, CHILDREN
Meadowbank Sports Centre, 139 London Road, Edinburgh, EH7 6AE
May
04/05/14
WKU Spring Open Invitational
Hutton Moor Leisure Centre, Weston-super-Mare, BS22 8LY
Entry closing date: Sat 26th April
Visit our website for category list wku.org.uk
Please contact event organiser for further details
Wendy White: wku@btinternet.com 01934 823600
WKU Spring Open Invitational
Hutton Moor Leisure Centre, Weston-super-Mare, BS22 8LY
Entry closing date: Sat 26th April
Visit our website for category list wku.org.uk
Please contact event organiser for further details
Wendy White: wku@btinternet.com 01934 823600
11/05/14
Northern Open Classic
Birchwood Tennis Complex, Benson Road, Birchwood, Warrington WA3 7PQ
Open to WKF Affiliated Clubs & Associations
Northern Open Classic
Birchwood Tennis Complex, Benson Road, Birchwood, Warrington WA3 7PQ
Open to WKF Affiliated Clubs & Associations
17/05/14
British Four Nations Karate Championships
Emirates Arena Glasgow, Scotland
SENIOR, JUNIOR, CADET, CHILDREN
British Four Nations Karate Championships
Emirates Arena Glasgow, Scotland
SENIOR, JUNIOR, CADET, CHILDREN
18/05/14
USA Open Karate Championships
Dudley Evolve College,Tower Street, Dudley DY1 1AF West Midlands
USA Open Karate Championships
Dudley Evolve College,Tower Street, Dudley DY1 1AF West Midlands
June
08/06/14
Simon Coope Karate School 4th Kumite Open Wado Ryu Kata & Open Kata Competition
Braunstone Leisure Centre, 2 Hamelin Rd, Braunstone, Leicester. LE3 1JN
Simon Coope Karate School 4th Kumite Open Wado Ryu Kata & Open Kata Competition
Braunstone Leisure Centre, 2 Hamelin Rd, Braunstone, Leicester. LE3 1JN
22/06/14
38th Cumbria Open Karate Championships
Penrith Leisure Centre, Southend Road, Penrith Cumbria, CA11 8JH (Junction 40, M6 Motorway)
Closing Date: 14th June 2014
Contact – Doug James on 0797 9922800 or chojinkai@homecall.co.uk
www.chojinkai.com
38th Cumbria Open Karate Championships
Penrith Leisure Centre, Southend Road, Penrith Cumbria, CA11 8JH (Junction 40, M6 Motorway)
Closing Date: 14th June 2014
Contact – Doug James on 0797 9922800 or chojinkai@homecall.co.uk
www.chojinkai.com
29/06/15
Hartlepool Wadokai Open Karate Championships
Brierton Sports Centre, Catcote Road, Hartlepool, TS25 4BY
Entry forms will be available soon.
The competition is run in accordance with WKF statute 21.9.
Hartlepool Wadokai Open Karate Championships
Brierton Sports Centre, Catcote Road, Hartlepool, TS25 4BY
Entry forms will be available soon.
The competition is run in accordance with WKF statute 21.9.
30/06-06/07/14
7th WKF Youth Training Camp UMAG
Croatia
7th WKF Youth Training Camp UMAG
Croatia
July
06/07/14
Central England 18th Open Karate Championships
University of Worcester Arena, Hylton Road, Wocester WR2 5JN
Central England 18th Open Karate Championships
University of Worcester Arena, Hylton Road, Wocester WR2 5JN
Click for full details and entry forms (VERSION 2)
August
17/08/14
South Yorkshire karate championships
Barnsley Metrodome, Barnsley South Yorkshire S71 1AN
Open only to WKF affiliated clubs and associations
Entry forms out soon
South Yorkshire karate championships
Barnsley Metrodome, Barnsley South Yorkshire S71 1AN
Open only to WKF affiliated clubs and associations
Entry forms out soon
September
07/09/14
Wado UK 6th East Yorkshire Open Karate Championships
The Sports Arena, KC Stadium, Walton Street, Hull HU3 6GA
Details from tony@dent114.karoo.co.uk
www.wado-uk.com
Wado UK 6th East Yorkshire Open Karate Championships
The Sports Arena, KC Stadium, Walton Street, Hull HU3 6GA
Details from tony@dent114.karoo.co.uk
www.wado-uk.com
14/09/14
EKKA Karate Challenge
Northgate Sports Centre Sidegate Lane West, Ipswich, Suffolk IP4 3DJ
Contact Phone: 01473 256500 / www.blackwell-academy.co.uk
EKKA Karate Challenge
Northgate Sports Centre Sidegate Lane West, Ipswich, Suffolk IP4 3DJ
Contact Phone: 01473 256500 / www.blackwell-academy.co.uk
21/09/14
UK Open Championships
Dudley Evolve College,Tower Street, Dudley DY1 1AF West Midlands
UK Open Championships
Dudley Evolve College,Tower Street, Dudley DY1 1AF West Midlands
October
12/10/14
EKKA Invitational Championship
Northgate Sports Centre Sidegate Lane West, Ipswich, Suffolk IP4 3DJ
Contact Phone: 01473 256500 / www.blackwell-academy.co.uk
EKKA Invitational Championship
Northgate Sports Centre Sidegate Lane West, Ipswich, Suffolk IP4 3DJ
Contact Phone: 01473 256500 / www.blackwell-academy.co.uk
12/10/14
BIKO Open Championships
Grundy Park Leisure Centre, Cheshunt, Hertfordshire EN8 9AJ
Contact Elan Adams 07889139144
BIKO Open Championships
Grundy Park Leisure Centre, Cheshunt, Hertfordshire EN8 9AJ
Contact Elan Adams 07889139144
19/10/14
Central England 2nd International Open
Cocks Moors Wood Leisure Centre, Alcester Road South, Kings Heath, Birmingham B14 6ER
For details:
The Secretary, Central England Karate,
33 Burnham Avenue, Oxley, Wolverhampton. WV10 6DX.
Tel/Fax 01902 397650 Mobile 07958 494602 / 01902 425333
Email: cewkakarate@gmail.com
Central England 2nd International Open
Cocks Moors Wood Leisure Centre, Alcester Road South, Kings Heath, Birmingham B14 6ER
For details:
The Secretary, Central England Karate,
33 Burnham Avenue, Oxley, Wolverhampton. WV10 6DX.
Tel/Fax 01902 397650 Mobile 07958 494602 / 01902 425333
Email: cewkakarate@gmail.com
November
05-09/11/14
1st WKF World Senior Championships for People with Disabilities
Bremen (Germany)
Click here for WKF letter
Click here for further details
1st WKF World Senior Championships for People with Disabilities
Bremen (Germany)
Click here for WKF letter
Click here for further details
16/11/14
WKU Winter Open Invitational
Hutton Moor Leisure Centre, Weston-super-Mare, BS22 8LY
Entry closing date: Sat 8th November
Visit our website for category list wku.org.uk
Please contact event organiser for further details
Wendy White: wku@btinternet.com 01934 823600
WKU Winter Open Invitational
Hutton Moor Leisure Centre, Weston-super-Mare, BS22 8LY
Entry closing date: Sat 8th November
Visit our website for category list wku.org.uk
Please contact event organiser for further details
Wendy White: wku@btinternet.com 01934 823600
23/11/14
EKKA East Anglian Championship
Northgate Sports Centre Sidegate Lane West, Ipswich, Suffolk IP4 3DJ
Contact Phone: 01473 256500 / www.blackwell-academy.co.uk
EKKA East Anglian Championship
Northgate Sports Centre Sidegate Lane West, Ipswich, Suffolk IP4 3DJ
Contact Phone: 01473 256500 / www.blackwell-academy.co.uk
Courses
May
24/05/14Train with the 2x Italian World Karate Champion – Luigi Busa!
Venue: Priory Chase, Rawreth Lane, Rayleigh, Essex SS6 9NF
Session 1 - 12–1pm – Event information
Ticket Information – Facebook
Session Two – 2 – 4pm – Event Information
Ticket Information – Facebook
Clubs attending with 10 or more participants for either the first or second session, please contact Anthoni Everitt on 07401 080 078.
Please visit our Facebook event page or visit busa2014.forzakarate.com
Please note that this course is open to members of the English Karate Federation or members of other WKF affiliated national governing bodies and competitors not in contravention of WKF statute 21.9 only. Licence checks will be carried out on the day and students are reminded that a valid licence must be presented upon request of the organising body or its representative, failure to do so may result in entry being denied.
June
13-15/06/14Veras Academy 6th Annual Open Karate Summer Camp & Family Weekend Relax!
New Beach Holiday Park, Hythe Road, Dymchurch, Kent TN29 0J/UK
Tel: 07886495135
http://verasacademy.co.uk/?page_id=25
Click here for more details & booking form
July
31/07-02/08/14Ultimate Karate Fighters Boot Camp 2014
University of Kent, Canterbury UK
3 Days, 15 Sessions of Intense Kumite Training with ALEX BIAMONTI 5th Dan, WAYNE OTTO OBE 5th Dan & ELISA AU FONCESCA 5th Dan
Click here for the flyer with more details
Click here for accomodation information
Click here for Registration Form
Shotokan Karate Kumite DVD Steve Flores
Steve Flores teaches you over 40 karate sparring kumite techniques
He begins with an overview of stance and footwork then teaches you dozens of ways to score in light-contact or no-contact sparring using the reverse punch, backfist, ridgehand, spinning backfist, front kick, roundhouse kick, side kick, back kick, drop kick and crescent kick.
Through the use of solo and partner practice drills, you'll learn to combine footwork, strikes and kicks to score on your opponent. You'll also learn defensive kumite techniques to stop your opponent's attack and how to score with combination strikes and kicks.
This DVD is a thorough and progressively taught introduction to the fundamentals of karate sparring.
DVD DETAILS:
• Format: Color, DVD-Video, NTSC, Widescreen
• UPC: 823327207422
• Language: English
• Region: All Regions (Compatible with all DVD Players worldwide)
• Aspect Ratio: 2.35:1
• Number of discs: 1
• Rating: Not rated
• Studio: Turtle Press
• Release Date: August 17, 2007
• Run Time: 40 minutes
• Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Stance
Footwork: Forward, side, shuffle switch
Kumite Techniques
Solo Practice
#1-Front kick, backfist, reverse punch
#2-Shuffle, backfist, reverse punch
#3-Side step, block, switch leg, kick
#4-Knock down block, reverse punch
#5-Sweep, reverse punch
#6-Replacing technique: Lead leg kick, slide kick, step up jump kick
Partner Practice
#7-Roundhouse kick
#8-Taking technique
#9-Knock down and strike
#10-Boot to boot sweep, reverse punch
#11-Create opening
#12-Inside sweep, reverse punch
#13-Switch stance, knock down, reverse punch
#14-Switch stance retreat and attack
#15-Side step, block, switch leg, kick
#16-Planting and breakpoint
#17-Drawing for Breakpoint
#18-Firing backfist to score
#19-Spinning backfist for attacking
#20-Spinning backfist for taking
#21-Reverse punch with angling and blocking
#22-Switch stance and attack
#23-Ridgehand attacks
#24-Stop Kicks: Front/Side/Back kick/drop kick
#25-Closing the distance with roundhouse kick & hook kick
#26-Combination kicks: Crecent and side kick
Partner Drills
#1-Closing the distance drill
#2-Offense and defense drill
#3-Reverse punch drill
#4-Duck, revrese punch and ridgehand drill
#5-Angle block with multiple follow-ups
#6-Lead leg sweep and takedown
#7-Side step and roundhouse kick/punch drill
#8-Interaction drill
To start download free click HERE:
Shotokan Advanced Kata Volume 2
Shotokan Advanced Kata Volume 2
SHOTOKAN
Advanced Kata
Keiosuke Enoeda 8Th Dan
Advanced Kata
Keiosuke Enoeda 8Th Dan
Dragon Books | 1986 | ISBN: 0946062056 | English | 114 pages | PDF | 10.9 MB
An excellent book for the advanced Black Belt. "The Tiger" himself shows the steps to 5 katas: Tekki Nidan, Tekki Sandan (2 versions), Nijushiho, Gojushiho Dai, Gojushiho Sho. Defininately a book to keep for the ISKF student/teacher of Shotokan!
Shotokan Karate Frank Brennan The Intermediate Guide
Frank Brennan
Sensei
Frank Brennan (6th dan, shotokan karate), one of the biggest names in British
karate of the 1970s and '80s, winning a wide variety of titles both as an
individual and as part of the KUGB team
person, Martial Artist
Legal name,
Full name
"Sensei Frank Brennan"
Born
May 6th 1960, the United Kingdom, England, Europe,
Wikipedia
Page
Shotokan
Basics with Frank Brennan Karate Tutorials
Contents of
films:
- The
Beginners Guide to Shotokan Karate
- Kihon: Fundamental
techniques.
- Kata: Kihon
Kata, Heian Shodan & Heian Nidan.
- Kumite: Gohon
Kumite (five step sparring).
- The
Intermediate Guide to Shotokan Karate
- Kihon: Fundamental
techniques.
- Kata: Heian
Sandan, Heian Yondan, Heian Godan & Tekki Shodan.
- Kumite: Ippon
Kumite (one step sparring).
Shotokan
Basics with Frank Brennan Karate Tutorials
Shotokan Advanced Kata Volume 1_Keiosuke Enoeda 8Th Dan
Shotokan Advanced Kata Volume 1
SHOTOKAN
Advanced Kata
Keiosuke Enoeda 8Th Dan
Advanced Kata
Keiosuke Enoeda 8Th Dan
Referee Training Prgramme 2013
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Referee Training Prgramme 2013
- Table official - 1st qualification - min age 16 years Any Grade
- Kumite Judge B - min age 16years and min grade 2nd Kyu
- Kumite Judge A - min age 18 years and min grade 1st Dan
- Kumite Referee B - min age 18 years and min grade 1st Dan
- Kumite Referee A - min age 21 years and min grade 1st Dan
- Kata Judge B - min age 18 years and min grade 1st Dan
- Kata Judge A - min age 21 years and min grade 2nd Dan
Qualification Criteria
Table Official
Candidates must attend one referees course and pass the Table official qualification exam. A pass mark a minimum of 80% must be obtained in order to move to the next stage, which will be a practical examination at a championship and squad selections. A championship must be attended once a year and a course every 2 years.National Kumite
- Judge 'B' - Candidates must attend one referees course and upon attendance of a second course within the same year the Judge qualification theory exam can be taken. To achieve a pass mark a minimum of 80% must be obtained in order to move to the next stage which will be a practical examination at a EKF or BKF championships.
- Judge 'A' - A minimum of two attendances at an EKF or BKF competition and course must have been attended before this qualification can be taken. Upon attendance at a second Referee course, a minimum of 80% pass mark must be obtained in theory in order to move to the next stage which will be a practical examination at an EKF or BKF championships.
- Referee 'B' - A minimum of two competitions at a EKF or BKF level and a referees course must have been attended before this qualification can be taken upon attendance at a second referees course a minimum of 85% pass mark must be obtained in theory in order to move to the next stage which will be a practical examination at an EKF or BKF championships.
- Referee 'A' - A minimum of two competitions at a EKF or BKF level and a referees course must have been attended before this qualification can be taken. Upon attendance at a second referees course a minimum of 90% pass mark must be obtained in theory in order to move to the next stage which will be a practical examination at an EKF or BKF championships. Once qualified the theory exam needs to be retaken every 2 years where the appropriate charge will be made and all referees must attend a minimum of two courses and two competitions per year.
Elite Referees, Assistant Tatami Chiefs, Tatami Chiefs, European and World Officials
A minimum of two courses must be attended and the theory exam taken every 2 Years. No course charges for European and World Officials.
National Kata
- Judge 'B' - Candidates must attend one referees course and upon attendance of a second course with the same year the Judge qualification theory exam can be taken. To achieve a pass mark a minimum of 80% must be obtained in order to move to the next stage which will be a practical examinations at an EKF or BKF championships over 2 years. To pass within 1 year you must perform two Shitei Katas one from your own style and one from the other three styles and answer questions regarding bunkai at a course.
- Judge 'A' - A minimum of two competitions at an EKF or BKF and a referees course must have been attended before this qualification can be taken upon attendance at a second referees course a minimum of 90% pass mark must be obtained in theory in order to move to the next stage which will be a practical examination at an EKF or BKF championships. Kata candidates must perform two Shitei Katas, one from their own style and one from the other three styles and answer questions regarding bunkai if they have not performed the Katas for Judge B.
- European / World - Assessment of practical kata examination must be performed before going on to International qualifications. Once qualified referees must attend a minimum of one course and two competitions per year and the theory exam retaken every two years where an appropriate charge will be made. European and World officials do not need to retake the theory exam. No course charges for European or world officials.
To be a national Table official you must hold a valid EKF LICENCE.
To be a national judge or referee you must hold a valid EKF LICENCE, and must be practicing karate.
To be selected to attend a European or World event, referees will also be required to attend one of the BKF competitions. No referee will be permitted to attend any European, World or International event without prior authorization by the Chief Referee.
WKU referee at Paris Open 2012
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WKU referee at Paris Open 2012
WKU Referee Ivor thomas will be attending the Paris Open on the 13th-15th January 2012 with seven other members of the English Karate Refereeing Delegation.
This event, taking place at the at Stade Pierre de Coubertin in Paris, will be the first International Tournament using the new Kumite Rules which were passed in Malasia at the Cadet & Junior World Karate Championships in October last year – so this will be quite an experience for all of us.
Watch this space for Ivor’s report when he gets back.
WKU Referee Ivor thomas will be attending the Paris Open on the 13th-15th January 2012 with seven other members of the English Karate Refereeing Delegation.
This event, taking place at the at Stade Pierre de Coubertin in Paris, will be the first International Tournament using the new Kumite Rules which were passed in Malasia at the Cadet & Junior World Karate Championships in October last year – so this will be quite an experience for all of us.
Watch this space for Ivor’s report when he gets back.
The Art Shotokan Karate-Do
Shotokan Karate Kanazawa Mastering Karate Limited Edition Box Set
Karate – The ART of Shotokan – Best Karate of Masao Kagawa
Japanese | AVI | 700 MB
A must DVD for all karatekas. Here lies the heart of Shotokan!!
Characteristics of Shotokan Karate-do are in greatest strength, power of dynamic waza. This DVD especially focuses on those Shotokan-ryu waza, called Ichigeki Hissatsu.
Contents
1. The Art of Kihon
o Basic Stances
o The Secret of Gyakuzuki
o The Secret of Oizuki
o The Secret of Maegeri
o The Secret of Yokogeri
o The Secret of Mawashigeri
o The Secret of Uke
o Other Techniques
2. The Art of Kumite
o Oizuki
o Keriwaza
o Combination Techniques
3. The Art of Kata
o Kanku Dai
o Kanku Dai/Explanation
o Jion
o Jion/Explanation
In this video Masao Kagawa demonstrates very clearly and precisely his amazing techniques in this hour long tape. There are three sections.
1) Mastering Kihon.
2) Mastering Kumite.
3) Mastering Kata.
This is an ‘instructional’ video showing in detail and depth Kagawa sensei’s teaching methods for various techniques and postures; stances, punches, kicks, blocks and strikes plus great sections on correct Hip-rotation and hip-snap/vibration, plus shoulder-snap/extension are explained in great detail. The Kumite section is classic Kagawa and all applications of fundamental techniques are shown in Kagawa’s unique style. His kicking techniques are awesome and his teaching methods for kicking is inspirational; also demonstrated is his close range mawashi geri (as described in SKM No. 65). Kata covered are Kanku Dai and Jion. This is a ‘learning’ video and a ‘must have’ for all levels from beginner to the most advanced karateka. You will not see better technical demonstrations than this anywhere!
Characteristics of Shotokan Karate-do are in greatest strength, power of dynamic waza. This DVD especially focuses on those Shotokan-ryu waza, called Ichigeki Hissatsu.
Contents
1. The Art of Kihon
o Basic Stances
o The Secret of Gyakuzuki
o The Secret of Oizuki
o The Secret of Maegeri
o The Secret of Yokogeri
o The Secret of Mawashigeri
o The Secret of Uke
o Other Techniques
2. The Art of Kumite
o Oizuki
o Keriwaza
o Combination Techniques
3. The Art of Kata
o Kanku Dai
o Kanku Dai/Explanation
o Jion
o Jion/Explanation
In this video Masao Kagawa demonstrates very clearly and precisely his amazing techniques in this hour long tape. There are three sections.
1) Mastering Kihon.
2) Mastering Kumite.
3) Mastering Kata.
This is an ‘instructional’ video showing in detail and depth Kagawa sensei’s teaching methods for various techniques and postures; stances, punches, kicks, blocks and strikes plus great sections on correct Hip-rotation and hip-snap/vibration, plus shoulder-snap/extension are explained in great detail. The Kumite section is classic Kagawa and all applications of fundamental techniques are shown in Kagawa’s unique style. His kicking techniques are awesome and his teaching methods for kicking is inspirational; also demonstrated is his close range mawashi geri (as described in SKM No. 65). Kata covered are Kanku Dai and Jion. This is a ‘learning’ video and a ‘must have’ for all levels from beginner to the most advanced karateka. You will not see better technical demonstrations than this anywhere!
To start download free direct click HERE:
Wayne Otto
Wayne Otto
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Date of Birth | May 18, 1966 |
Birth Place | London, England |
Nationality (s) | Great Britain |
Current Residence | England |
Started Karate Age | 14 |
Style Started | Uechi-Ryu |
Current Ranks and Styles | 4th Dan, Uechi-Ryu |
Years Competed | Years Competed |
Height : 6' | Weight : 95 kg |
World renowned karate athlete has over 25yrs of experience at European and World class competition. His achievements and the level of his consistency he has demonstrated within this sport has been marveled by all who have ever had the pleasure of watching him perform not only as an athlete but also as a coach.
Wayne Otto’s unique attitude towards kumite, training and preparation for competitions at all levels has been a direct result of the achievements he has gained not only for himself but also for the multitude of athletes he has coached and trained throughout his years.
A seminar with Wayne Otto is truly an experience and opportunity not to be missed. Not only do you get an insight into the personality of this accomplished athlete, but the whole experience naturally leaves every one who attends, from beginner to advanced, feeling like they have gained a great deal of knowledge and understanding to which they had not previously known.
To start download free direct click HERE:
CD 1
Parte 1
Parte 2
Parte 3
Parte 4
CD 2
Parte 1
Parte 2
Parte 3
Parte 4
Parte 5
Parte 6
BUNKAI KATAS SHOTOKAN
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BUNKAI "SHOTOKAN"
The word bunkai means analysis or to find meaning. What bunkai does is investigate the real meaning of kata. What then is kata?
Kata is a method of passing down knowledge from a teacher to a student. ancient practitioners of martial arts perfected their techniques by designing kata as a pattern so that it could be broken down into segments and easily remembered. These segments, or bunkai, are the core of self-defense. To better understand what bunkai means and why it is important we must investigate why kata was designed in the first place. Kata, although rhythmical and meditative, was designed for one reason- to inflict pain and/or death upon an opponent.
“The point of a kata, however is to kill the opponent or opponents. Only in kata is a martial artist encouraged to perform traditional destructive techniques”.
Today, in many martial arts schools kata is taught as something aesthetic- it is put to music and made to look pretty. This, in my humble opinion, reduces kata to mere choreography. All of the movements in kata are based on the relationship between pressure points in the body. It is an application for real fighting. Without this understanding you might as well put on Elvis Presley’s, Blue Suede Shoes and prance around when confronted my a shady character in a dark alleyway. This hardly seems an effective way to win a fight, unless of course you want your opponent to die laughing.
Now that we have taken a look at why kata was designed we can apply this to what bunkai means. Bunkai is the actual fighting application found within kata. It is what connects the mental visualization and interpretation with the physical act of self defense. Bunkai, like all self-defense, is “simple and brutal”. Bunkai is applying techniques in an effective manner as they are interpreted from kata. These interpretations can differ from person to person, or from one art to the other. If practiced correctly, bunkai will yield a highly successful (and quite likely, fatal) attack. By observing the Principles of Kata Interpretation, one can see how bunkai can be personal or universal.
These principles state:
1. No Block Rule: simply put the movement of kata are not defensive. There are no downward blocks, blocking is a completely natural action. The movements called blocks in kata don't work as blocks - until they are interpreted as offensive actions.
2. Pressure Point Rule: Every kata is a pressure point technique. The questions every student should ask is: "What pressure points and I using with this movement?"
3. Two Hand Rule: Simply put, there is no wasted part of a kata. Every part of the action is there for a reason. Both hands in the kata action move because both hands are combative in the function.
4. Multiple Interpretation Rule: There are several interpretations of a kata move, at least three.
5. Direction of Movement: The direction of the movement in the kata indicates the angle the defender assumes in relation to the attacker to issuer successful application of the technique.
6. Visualization Rule: when performing kata , always visualize the opponent.
Kata interpretations, or bunkai, must follow the above rules. Bunkai becomes personal in how it is applied by a martial artist as an individual.
Human beings are naturally different. We differ in size and strength, speed, ability, agility and intellect. Even gender can dictate how we should physically erect in a real combat situation. This difference is what makes bunkai such an amazing part of Karate. Although the kata can dictate where along the meridians an individual is striking (there can be more than one application), it is the individual who decides how and when to use particular bunkai. This is why I personally see the benefit of studying kata and bunkai. It is important for a number of reasons. Bunkai allows us to form practical self defense applications. As a person of smaller stature, I can appreciate that bunkai focuses on what works for each individual martial artist. When kata was originally designed it was not for the large, physically intimidating individual. It was created for Asian men who, for the most part were slighter in size. For example, I may use a self –defense that releases my opponent’s hand from my wrist. A larger person might instead choose to trap their opponent’s hand and step into the confrontation. This variety in the methods or application of bunkai is extremely important.
It is difficult to explain the meaning and importance of bunkai without discussing kata as well. They are uniquely joined to one another. To answer the question posed to me, I say the following: Bunkai means to analyze and search through your kata to discover the practical applications contained within. It is so extremely important because of its practicality. It teaches you how to be aware of yourself and how to adjust to your opponent’s movements. When a situation changes, you are ready to make any necessary adjustments because there is always more than one interpretation for movements in a kata. Regardless of size or strength you are able to find which self-defenses work the best for you. Bunkai, like Karate, is an ongoing opportunity for knowledge. No matter how much you train or what rank you are, you will always be able to find new secrets within the kata and bunkai is the key to unlocking them.
SHOTOKAN KATAS
look the katas and click on the links below to see their applications.
It is difficult to explain the meaning and importance of bunkai without discussing kata as well. They are uniquely joined to one another. To answer the question posed to me, I say the following: Bunkai means to analyze and search through your kata to discover the practical applications contained within. It is so extremely important because of its practicality. It teaches you how to be aware of yourself and how to adjust to your opponent’s movements. When a situation changes, you are ready to make any necessary adjustments because there is always more than one interpretation for movements in a kata. Regardless of size or strength you are able to find which self-defenses work the best for you. Bunkai, like Karate, is an ongoing opportunity for knowledge. No matter how much you train or what rank you are, you will always be able to find new secrets within the kata and bunkai is the key to unlocking them.
SHOTOKAN KATAS
look the katas and click on the links below to see their applications.
Heian Shodan | Hangetsu |
Heian Nidan | Enpi |
Heian Sandan | Gankaku |
Heian Yondan | Jion |
Heian Godan | Sochin |
Bassai-Dai | Nijushiho |
Bassai-Sho | Goju Shiho-Dai |
Tekki - Shodan | Goju Shiho-Sho |
Tekki - Nidan | Chinte |
Tekki - Sandan | Wankan |
Kanku-Dai | Meikyo |
Kanku-Sho | Jitte |
Unsu | Jiin |
KIHON KARATE
Kihon
The japanese term Kihon (基本 - Ki = fundament, hon = source) could be translated as basis and serves as a definition for basic school of the techniques in karate. Kihon, next to Kata and Kumite, is one of the three main parts of the training. It is particularly for beginners the most important training form. The term is used in many Budo martial arts as name for a basic training.
These single exercises should become instinctive actions, which should be reached through countless repetitions. Kihon works like a construction kit, the techniques are practiced separately and are later on combined in exercises like kihon no unsoku or kumite no unsoku.
These single exercises should become instinctive actions, which should be reached through countless repetitions. Kihon works like a construction kit, the techniques are practiced separately and are later on combined in exercises like kihon no unsoku or kumite no unsoku.
Kihon is the school of individual blocking and attacking techniques (Kihon Waza) and the training of movement patterns (Kihon no Unsoku).
Kihon, Principles of basic techniques
Kihons are the next progression from the Kisos and focus on the basic techniques of partner sparring and close-in combat techniques.
The basic techniques of blocking, punching, striking and kicking are both the beginning of karate and the ultimate goal. Although only a matter of months may be sufficient to learn them, complete mastery may not come even after a lifetime of training. The student must practice regularly, with maximum concentration and effort in the execution of each and every movement.
This will not be sufficient, however, unless the techniques are scientifically sound and the training systematic and properly scheduled. To be effective, training must be conducted on the basis of correct physical and physiological principles.
It may come as a surprise to many to know that the techniques created and refined through long and continuous practice by the early karate student have been found to accord with modern scientific principles. And the more they are studied, the more this proves to be true. This is not to say that there are no unsolved problems, but these must await further study. Further refinement of karate is quite probable, as techniques are analyzed in an unceasing effort to improve them through a scientific approach.
In order to benefit from his training, the student should have a good understanding of the following primary points.
This will not be sufficient, however, unless the techniques are scientifically sound and the training systematic and properly scheduled. To be effective, training must be conducted on the basis of correct physical and physiological principles.
It may come as a surprise to many to know that the techniques created and refined through long and continuous practice by the early karate student have been found to accord with modern scientific principles. And the more they are studied, the more this proves to be true. This is not to say that there are no unsolved problems, but these must await further study. Further refinement of karate is quite probable, as techniques are analyzed in an unceasing effort to improve them through a scientific approach.
In order to benefit from his training, the student should have a good understanding of the following primary points.
Form (katachi)
Correct form is always closely related to the principles of physics and physiology.
Prerequisites of correct form are good balance, a high degree of stability and the order of movements of each part of the body, since movements are made in quick succession in a short period of time.
This is specially true in karate because punching and kicking are vital to the art. The need for good balance can be seen particularly in kicking, where the body is usually supported by one leg. To withstand the great impact when a blow is landed, stability of all joints in he arms and hands is necessary.
With changing situations and different techniques, the center of gravity changes, shifting to the left, right, front, back. This cannot be done unless the nerves and muscles are well trained. Again, standing on one foot for too long will open one attack, so balance must be constantly shifted from one foot to the other. The karate student must moth avoid giving an opening and be prepared for the next attack.
Prerequisites of correct form are good balance, a high degree of stability and the order of movements of each part of the body, since movements are made in quick succession in a short period of time.
This is specially true in karate because punching and kicking are vital to the art. The need for good balance can be seen particularly in kicking, where the body is usually supported by one leg. To withstand the great impact when a blow is landed, stability of all joints in he arms and hands is necessary.
With changing situations and different techniques, the center of gravity changes, shifting to the left, right, front, back. This cannot be done unless the nerves and muscles are well trained. Again, standing on one foot for too long will open one attack, so balance must be constantly shifted from one foot to the other. The karate student must moth avoid giving an opening and be prepared for the next attack.
Breathing (kokyo)
Breathing is coordinated with the execution of a technique, specifically, inhaling when blocking, exhaling when focusing technique is executed, and inhaling and exhaling when successive techniques are performed.
Breathing should not be uniform; it should change with changing situations. When inhaling, fill the lungs full, but when exhaling do not expel all the air. Leave about 20 percent in the lungs. Exhaling completely will leave the body limp. One will not be able to block even a weak blow, nor will be able to prepare for the next movement.
Breathing should not be uniform; it should change with changing situations. When inhaling, fill the lungs full, but when exhaling do not expel all the air. Leave about 20 percent in the lungs. Exhaling completely will leave the body limp. One will not be able to block even a weak blow, nor will be able to prepare for the next movement.
Kiai (spirit-meeting or energy-shout)
The kiai is the shout at the end of a technique and in conjunction with the expulsion of air (Kime) will maximize the power of the movement. It also had the effect of surprising an opponent and may momentarily paralyze their response.
The concept of KI is at the roof of all martial arts and Japanese philosophy. KI is the spirit and energy along with the breath meeting AI at the moment of impact.
Developing your KIAI is very important. It is not just a shout or a screech from the throat. If you put your hand on the stomach and cough you will feel the muscles of your abdomen contract. This in fact is the start of your KIAI.
First understand the principles and the breathing method Kime as explained, then replace the biting action with your shout 'KIAI'.
It will start as a growl from the pit of the stomach but when completed the sound produced will vary from one to another.
Kime (focusing)
The concept of KI is at the roof of all martial arts and Japanese philosophy. KI is the spirit and energy along with the breath meeting AI at the moment of impact.
Developing your KIAI is very important. It is not just a shout or a screech from the throat. If you put your hand on the stomach and cough you will feel the muscles of your abdomen contract. This in fact is the start of your KIAI.
First understand the principles and the breathing method Kime as explained, then replace the biting action with your shout 'KIAI'.
It will start as a growl from the pit of the stomach but when completed the sound produced will vary from one to another.
Kime (focusing)
Without breath there is no life. Without Kime your karate is lifeless. It is essential that you understand that all karate techniques must be performed with Kime.
Kime is the focusing of mental energy, breathing and physical force culminating in a single striking point.
Karate is not whole without all these elements.
The key to Kime is the breathing. Any physical activity requires correct breathing, witch works with the body not against it. The grunts and groans athletes make are not for effect; a student is using his breathing along with his muscles to explode with maximum effect, producing the most potent force possible. No effort is wasted.
There are various methods of breathing, but the basic method for beginners is: 'One breath one technique'.
In a relaxed but controlled manner breathe out through a slightly opened mouth, complete the breath and technique at the same moment closing your mouth instantly as if biting. Simultaneously tense the abdomen, locking the rest of your muscles for a fraction of a second before relaxing and breathing in normally.
As you tense and lock the muscles of the abdomen, the buttocks should be clenched so that the abdomen lifts up and forward.
Kime is the focusing of mental energy, breathing and physical force culminating in a single striking point.
Karate is not whole without all these elements.
The key to Kime is the breathing. Any physical activity requires correct breathing, witch works with the body not against it. The grunts and groans athletes make are not for effect; a student is using his breathing along with his muscles to explode with maximum effect, producing the most potent force possible. No effort is wasted.
There are various methods of breathing, but the basic method for beginners is: 'One breath one technique'.
In a relaxed but controlled manner breathe out through a slightly opened mouth, complete the breath and technique at the same moment closing your mouth instantly as if biting. Simultaneously tense the abdomen, locking the rest of your muscles for a fraction of a second before relaxing and breathing in normally.
As you tense and lock the muscles of the abdomen, the buttocks should be clenched so that the abdomen lifts up and forward.
Hips (Koshi)
The hips are located at approximately at the center of the human body, and their movement plays a crucial role in the execution of various types of karate techniques. The lower abdomen, particularly the rotation of the hips, which adds to the power of the upper body, creates the explosive power of the focusing blow.
Besides being a source of power, the hips provide the basis for a stable spirit, correct form and maintenance of good balance. In karate, the advice is often given to "punch with your hips", "kick with your hips", and "strike with your hips".
Besides being a source of power, the hips provide the basis for a stable spirit, correct form and maintenance of good balance. In karate, the advice is often given to "punch with your hips", "kick with your hips", and "strike with your hips".
Power and Speed
Power accumulates with speed. Muscular strength alone will not enable one to excel in the martial arts, or in any sport for that matter. The power of the Kime (Focusing) of a basic karate technique derives from the concentration of maximum force at the moment of impact, and this in turn depends greatly on the speed of the blow or kick. The punch of a highly trained karate student can travel at a speed of thirteen meters per second and generate power equivalent to seven hundred kilograms.
Though speed is important, it cannot be effective without control. Speed and power are increased by utilizing the pairing of forces and reaction. For this purpose, an understanding of the dynamics of movement and their application is necessary.
Though speed is important, it cannot be effective without control. Speed and power are increased by utilizing the pairing of forces and reaction. For this purpose, an understanding of the dynamics of movement and their application is necessary.
Concentration and Relaxation of Power
Maximum power is the concentration of the strength of all parts of the body on the target. Not just the strength of the arms and legs.
Equally important is the elimination of unnecessary power when executing a technique, which will result in giving greater power where it is needed. Basically, power should start at zero, climax to one hundred on impact, and immediately return to zero. Relaxing unnecessary power does not mean relaxing alertness. One should always be alert and prepared for the next movement.
Equally important is the elimination of unnecessary power when executing a technique, which will result in giving greater power where it is needed. Basically, power should start at zero, climax to one hundred on impact, and immediately return to zero. Relaxing unnecessary power does not mean relaxing alertness. One should always be alert and prepared for the next movement.
Strengthening of Muscular Power
Understanding of theory and principles without strong, well-trained, elastic muscles to execute the techniques is useless. Strengthening muscles requires constant training.
It is also describe to know which muscles are used in witch techniques. To the extent that muscles are used specifically, greater effectives can be expected. Conversely, the less muscles are used unnecessary, the less the loss of energy. Muscles operating fully and harmoniously will produce strong and effective techniques.
It is also describe to know which muscles are used in witch techniques. To the extent that muscles are used specifically, greater effectives can be expected. Conversely, the less muscles are used unnecessary, the less the loss of energy. Muscles operating fully and harmoniously will produce strong and effective techniques.
Rhythm and Timing
In any sport, the performance of a top athlete is very rhythmical. This applies also in Karate.
The timing of various techniques cannot be expressed musically, but it is nonetheless important. The three principal factors are the correct use of power, swiftness or slowness in executing techniques and the stretching and contraction of muscles.
The performance of a master is not only powerful but also very rhythmical and beautiful. Acquiring a sense of rhythm and timing is an excellent way to make progress in the art.
The timing of various techniques cannot be expressed musically, but it is nonetheless important. The three principal factors are the correct use of power, swiftness or slowness in executing techniques and the stretching and contraction of muscles.
The performance of a master is not only powerful but also very rhythmical and beautiful. Acquiring a sense of rhythm and timing is an excellent way to make progress in the art.
Hiki te (The withdrawing Hand)
The withdrawing hand leads the rotation of the hips. When executing a technique, the withdrawing hand must move strongly, quickly and sufficiently. If not, the technique will not reach its maximum effectiveness. Another important point is that both arms must move at exactly the same time.
If the technique is being executed with the right hand, it is usual for the left elbow to be drawn straight back. When striking in a wide arc, the withdrawing arm should also appear as a wide arc. In other words, if the technique is executed in a straight line, the other arm withdraws in a straight line. If the technique is arc like, the other arm travels in an arc.
It is not too much to say that with excellent techniques are born strong, fast withdrawing arms.
If the technique is being executed with the right hand, it is usual for the left elbow to be drawn straight back. When striking in a wide arc, the withdrawing arm should also appear as a wide arc. In other words, if the technique is executed in a straight line, the other arm withdraws in a straight line. If the technique is arc like, the other arm travels in an arc.
It is not too much to say that with excellent techniques are born strong, fast withdrawing arms.
EXERCISES :
Note:
moving forwards | |
moving backwards | |
repeat the technique |
EX 1 :
EX 2 :
From zenkutsu dachi – gedan barai
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1
| Sanbon zuki: (jodan, chudan, chudan) | |
2
| Gyaku zuki chudan (chudan, jodan, chudan) | |
3
| Age uke– gyaku zuki | |
4
| Soto uke (ude uke) gyaku zuki | |
5
| Uchi uke gyaku zuki | |
6
| Spinning gyakau zuki | |
Change stance to kokutsu dachi
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7
| Shuto uke | |
Change stance to zenkutsu dachi
| ||
8
| Mae geri 00000 hands on sides | |
9
| Mawashi geri 00 hands on sides | |
Change stance to kiba dachi
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10
| Yoko geri keage 0000 hands to sides | |
11
| Yoko geri kekomi 0000hands to sides | |
EX 3 :
From zenkutsu dachi – gedan barai
| ||
1
| Sanbon zuki: (jodan, chudan, chudan) | |
2
| Sanbon gyaku zuki | |
3
| Age uke– gyaku zuki | |
4
| Soto uke enpi (enpi in kiba dachi) | |
5
| Uchi uke, kizami zuki, gyaku zuki | |
6
| Spinning gyakau zuki | |
Change stance to kokutsu dachi
| ||
7
| Shuto uke nukite (nukite in zenkutsu dachi) | |
Change stance to zenkutsu dachi
Hands in kamae position for kicks | ||
8
| Ni-dan geri (mae geri chudan, mae geri jodan) | |
9
| Mawashi geri | |
Change stance to kiba dachi
| ||
10
| Yoko geri keage 0000 | |
11
| Yoko geri kekomi 0000 |
EX 4 :
EX 5 :
From zenkutsu dachi – gedan barai
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1
| Mae geri, oi zuki 0000 (no step through) | |
2
| Mawashi geri, gyaku zuki 00 (no step through) | |
3
| Mae geri, (step through) oi zuki, gyaku zuki | |
4
| Mae geri, mawashi geri 000 (switching legs) | |
5
| Kizami yoko geri kekomi, ushiro geri | |
6
| Shuto, kizami mae geri, nukite | |
Change stance to kiba dachi
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7
| Yoko geri keage, yoko geri kekomi stepping across, kicking with same leg | |
8
| Fudo dachi ou zuki |
EX 6 :
From zenkutsu dachi – gedan barai
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1
| Sanbon zuki: 0000 (jodan, chudan, chudan) | |
2
| Sanbon gyaku zuki: (spinning first gyku zuki chudan, jodan, chudan) | |
3
| Age uke, uraken, gyaku zuki (age uke and uraken with same arm) | |
4
| Soto uke, empi in kiba dachi to the side, spinning uraken, gyaku zuki in zenkutsu dachi | |
5
| Uchi uke, kizami zuki, gyaku zuki, mawashi enpi | |
Change stance to kokutsu dachi
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6
| Spinning shuto uke, kizami geri, nukite (nukite in zenkutsu dachi) | |
Change stance to zenkutsu dachi – gedan barai
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7
| Mae geri, mawashi geri, gyaku zuki | |
8
| Mae geri, yoko geri keage, gyaku zuki | |
Change stance to zenkutsu dachi
| ||
9
| Mae geri, mawashi geri (same leg) | |
10
| Mawashi geri, kekomi geri (same leg) |
EX 7 :
From Jiyu Ni Kamae
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1
| Sanbon oi zuki gyaku zuki spinning gyaku zuki | |
2
| Age uke, soto uke, gedan barai, uchi uke, mae geri gyakuzuki, all with the same hand | |
3
| Sanbon geri: kizami mae geri, mae geri, mawashi geri, (the mae geri leg is placed back and then kicks mawashi geri, moving forward mae geri and mawashi geri with same leg) | |
4
| Age uke (stepping back), then moving forward with mawashi geri, uraken and oi zuki | |
Change stance to fudo dachi gedan barai
| ||
5
| Oi zuki | |
6
| Sanbon zuki: (chudan, jodan, chudan) | |
7
| Spinning uraken gyaku zuki, spinning back with gedan barai, step mae geri oizuki | |
Change stance to zenkutsu dachi
| ||
8
| mae geri to the front | |
yoko geri kekomi to the side | ||
ushiro geri to the back |
EX 8 :
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