Martial Arts
Symbol for Ryukyu on Karate Book Cover
The name for this symbol for Ryukyu is the mitsudomoe. Mitsudomoe has a literal meaning of “three comma-looking shapes.” The Ryukyu island chain makes up what used to be an independent country called the Ryukyu Kingdom.
Read MoreKempo Fist Symbolism on Book Cover
In karate, the fist is a symbol for the style of kempo. It may look like a punch coming at you and a violent symbol. But there’s more to this fist symbol.
Read MoreSecret Teachings of Karate
Many of the secret teachings of karate cannot be transferred by books and writings. Many lessons must be learned in your heart by doing, by being there.
Read MoreMartial Arts Teach Peace
The statement that martial arts teach peace may sound self-contradicting. Martial arts are, literally, arts of war. They teach how to fight. But when the teacher of a martial art is following a moral path, they also teach how to prevent conflict and how not to fight.
Read MoreKarate Teaches Respect
Karate teaches respect by requiring listening to the instructor and focusing on yourself doing your best. In classes students are required to keep their hands to themselves. When working with partners, students are expected to follow the rules of conduct.
Read MoreKarate Safety Systems that Work
Not all martial arts require respect, restraint, or good moral character. Not all schools dictate that in partner training you don’t take advantage of your size when you are bigger. Here are the many proven karate safety systems that our dojo uses.
Read MoreStarting Karate: Are you Interested?
Are you interested in starting karate? My husband and I only had a mild interest when we first tried it. Karate hooked us both on day one. Martial arts training has impacted our lives in an unbelievably positive way.
Read MoreKarate Meets Kids where they are
Karate meets kids where they are by giving a fun and challenging physical activity that uses their energy in constructive ways. That’s just one facet of it.
Read MoreSenseis Say Funny Things
In martial arts classes we expect a certain level of discipline and focus. We can have that and still have fun and even laugh when senseis say funny things.
Read MoreKarate Classes for Adults
Finding a regular physical activity that you enjoy is essential for adult fitness and health. Not only do karate classes for adults get us moving, they help in many specialized physical areas. Strength training exercises in karate include push-ups, jumping jacks, rolls, stances (both static and moving), and striking heavy bags.
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