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, […]