Many good karate-ka (student) quit at an early stage due to the repetitiveness of kihon, however, if you take onboard the attitude of the Japanese that a house can only be built on a solid foundation then kihon is extremely important.
Last Updated on Monday, 21 November 2011 09:44
Kata techniques should be performed realistically, after all it is a fight against an opponent.
There is a tendency especially in competition to deviate from the original form so as to make it look more aesthetically pleasing. This type of practice should be avoided at all costs if you wish to perform kata correctly and accurately.
Last Updated on Wednesday, 16 November 2011 14:52
Kumite training isn't just limited to sparring. Many of the techniques are incorporated in the Yakusoku Kumite and Ohyo Gumite techniques learnt in the dojo.
Last Updated on Wednesday, 16 November 2011 14:40
