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Self-Defense: The Original Purpose of Karate
By Doug Walsh Long before tournaments existed, long before commercial dojos existed and long before organizations existed Karate was...
"Get in shape to begin Karate"
This article is not what it initially may appear to be about. Karate is an activity that to many of us feels very unusual, at times...
Return to a Beginner's Mind
The New Year is a time for new beginnings, new possibilities, improvements, growth and New Year's resolutions. These can be in every area...
Awareness as Self-Defense
One of the reasons many are interested in learning Karate is to learn self-defense. The techniques of Karate can certainly be effective...
Becoming a Beginner
New students should know that they are always welcome in any genuine traditional Karate dojo. Although the dojo, the formalities, as well...
Soji (cleaning)
The Japanese are a scrupulously clean people and Japan is a scrupulously clean country. Cleanliness and tidiness are a part of Japanese...
New State of Mind
As we begin Phase One of the COVID-19 recovery process, no doubt there are feelings of trepidation, uncertainty and unfamiliarity. Even...
Train Anywhere!
The COVID-19 pandemic is forcing us to get more creative with karate training. Chef & Sempai Johnny Caluda improvises 50 lb sacks of...
Training by oneself
In this challenging time, many Karate-ka are devising ways to train at home alone. There are several ways to do this such as practicing...
Women of Shotokan: Kellan Lyman
Originally published July 17, 2019 on The Shotokan Times. Wisdom does not emerge with age. It emerges with experience. Although, Kellan...
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