Jiyu-Kumite - is it necessary? »

By Sensei on May 4, 2008 in Jiyu-Kumite, Kumite, Warrior Class | 1 Comment

Is Jiyu-Kumite (non prearranged free fighting) really a necessary part of modern karate training?
Let me start by telling you of an incident that happened to a friend of mine, who I would consider an excellent all round karateka, whilst training on an open karate course a few weeks ago. Towards the end of the lesson, […]

Basics - Yoko geri side thrust kick, technical speed »

By Sensei on Apr 2, 2008 in Kicks, Kihon | 0 Comments

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Basics - Yoko geri side thrust kick, full speed and power »

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Basics - Ushiro geri back kick, technical speed »

By Sensei on Apr 2, 2008 in Kicks, Kihon | 0 Comments

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Basics - Ushiro geri back kick, full speed »

By Sensei on Apr 2, 2008 in Kicks, Kihon | 0 Comments

View shotokan kihon back kick ushiro geri at full speed

Basics - Ushiro geri back kick, technical speed »

By Sensei on Apr 2, 2008 in Kicks, Kihon | 0 Comments

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