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Meaning “10 hands” in Japanese, the advanced Shito-Ryu kata Jitte symbolizes defeating 10 opponents with superior timing and technique rather than strength. Legend tells...
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Kata are defensive and offensive technique combinations performed solo in set sequences, like martial arts dances. But does practicing kata help real fighting skills?...
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Meaning “Pine Tree Wind” in Japanese, the Shito-Ryu kata Matsukaze draws inspiration from the flowing, rooted nature of pine trees that bend under strong...
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Among the most advanced kata performed in Shito-ryu Karate, Juroku serves as an encyclopedia of integrated self-defense techniques. The name translates simply to the...
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The third installment of the Naifanchin series performed in Shito-Ryu Karate, Naifanchin Sandan integrates more deceptive footwork and circular defending/striking combinations. As attacks amplify...
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As the second part of the Naifanchin trilogy performed in Shito-Ryu Karate, Naifanchin Nidan builds upon fundamental concepts from Naifanchin Shodan. The embusen or...
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Naifanchin Shodan translates to “first peaceful mind of the forearm” in reference to its combat application deflecting incoming attacks with blocks utilizing the forearm...
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Among five core introductory Pinan kata learned in Shito-Ryu Karate, Pinan Yondan represents the fourth such form to practice. The kanji translating to “peaceful...
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In the world of martial arts, the gracefulness of kata presents a stark contrast to the forceful nature of combat, and this dichotomy is...
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As the second of the five core Pinan beginner forms in Shito-Ryu Karate, Pinan Nidan builds upon basic techniques from Pinan Shodan. The kanji...
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With a name translating to 54 steps, Gojushiho is an intermediate Shito-Ryu kata categorized as a “turning” pattern for its constant spinning and changing...