The historical accuracy of this legend is still a hot issue of debate today. Jano Kano to give a demonstration at the Kodokan Dojo, bringing karate-do to Japan. Gichin Funakoshi: Founder of Shotokan. Jano Kano: Founder of Japanese judo. Sakukawa Kanga: One of the first Okinawans to study in China. Today, karate-do is taught all around the world, and though it is often modified and always changing, four distinctive Japanese styles have emerged:. Karate has evolved into a popular and beloved sport.
The World Karate Federation WFK , the largest organization for karate as a sport, has developed a system of common rules and regulations, and though it is not yet recognized as an Olympic sport, the WFK is recognized by the International Olympic Committee and coordinates with various national Olympic committees.
You are expected to give your karate training your maximum effort, and to work hard during practice. And of course, you are expected to pay your membership dues and other fees. A typical karate practice session usually begins with a comprehensive warm-up, followed by the various training exercises.
The exercises are divided into three main categories: kihon basic techniques , in which you learn the basic blocks, punches, kicks, stances, etc. As your skill level increases, so will the difficulty and degree of the exercises. Of course, there will also be times when you are taught theory, dojo etiquette, and the more philosophical aspects of karate. Karate has tremendous benefits for body, mind, and spirit.
Physically, karate is good for the heart, strengthens bones, builds muscle, creates resilience, develops hand-eye coordination, and makes the body less susceptible to sickness and injury. Mentally, karate helps develop patience, discipline, perseverance, understanding and open-mindedness, as well as concentration and focus.
Spiritually, karate builds confidence, develops self-control and increases calmness and peace. There are benchmarks along the way however. In the JKA, you progress through a series of belt levels 9th to 1st Kyu.
After that, you receive a black belt, and progress through another 9 degrees of black belt 1st to 10th Dan. A student with no prior training joins the JKA as 9th Kyu, and is eligible to take ranking examinations every months of training.
Since there are 9 examinations you must pass to attain a black belt, the 1st Dan requires a minimum three years of diligent training. It takes several years to attain each subsequent Dan. At these higher levels, you will see that karate is not just something to be learned, but something to be lived. And that takes a lifetime. Eventually, yes. Karate uniforms dogi are usually available through your instructor. Inquire at your dojo for more details.
Joining the JKA requires filling out an application form and paying the appropriate membership fees. Click the in-text links for more details. Please contact the authorized JKA representative in your country for information on the specific fees required in your area. Yes, certain specified fees denominated in U. As of April 1, annual fees payable in U. Any other payments payable in U. No checks will be accepted. Be faithful! Respect others! Refrain from violent behavior!
Understanding the Dojo Kun. The Nijukun 20 precepts of Gichin Funakoshi. Tulane Karate Club. Karate is a Japanese martial art whose physical aspects seek the development of defensive and counterattacking body movements.
The themes of traditional karate training are fighting and self-defense, though its mental and moral aspects target the overall improvement of the individual. This is facilitated by the discipline and persistent effort required in training.
If karate had to be described in only one sentence, then the most suitable one may arguably be "You never attack first in karate. Karate is not only dojo training. In Karate, never attack first. Don't forget that Karate begins with a bow and ends with a bow. One who practices Karate must follow the way of justice. First you must know yourself.
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