Okinawan Karate was traditionally taught in modest home Dojos, in small informal groups. The sole purpose of teachings revolved around life preservation, in a closely tied supportive environment; unlike main island modern Japanese Karate with rivalry and competition, instructed in large groups belonging to even larger organizations. . Try to understand that true Okinawan karate…
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“No one is perfect, but we can all become a little better if we keep trying.” . “If you teach Karate, you have to practice regularly yourself. You have to practice harder and more than your students. If you have practiced for long enough, Karate is inside you and you can train wherever you are”. ??…
The most advanced thing you can do, are the basics, consistently.
“You can’t have a strong house without a strong foundation. The stronger the basics, the stronger the house – it’s as simple as that. Unfortunately a lot of practitioners don’t understand.” . Fumio Demura 9th dan Shito-Ryu . “The most advanced thing you can do, are the basics, consistently.” . You have to keep a…
You have power over your mind – not outside events.
“You have power over your mind – not outside events. Realize this, and you will find great strength.” ~ Marcus Aurelius . Strength does not come from winning. Your struggles develop your strengths. When you go through hardships and decide not to submit to those hardships, that is strength. . The struggles you are facing…
Patience is the companion of wisdom.
“Patience is the companion of wisdom.” ~ Saint Augustine . . Besides considering what patience is, we should also reflect on what it is not. For example, patience is not despair, indifference, or procrastination. Rather, it is a temporary state; it is a willingness to accept what cannot be changed right now. . While being…
Principles vs Techniques.
Principles vs Techniques. . Okinawan karate is an art in which principles are more important than specific techniques. This does not mean that karate does not have techniques. It means that at the root of all techniques are underlying combative principles, and thus all techniques can be adjusted in accordance with those principles. . When…
Everyone you meet has something to teach you.
“Everyone you meet has something to teach you.” ?? . Adam Carter 7th dan Ryukyu Karate Jutsu . As you go through life, you will meet people whom you gravitate to, and those whom you would rather keep away from. . It is very interesting that you may see something in them that is a lesson…
Karate people must be humble.
“Karate people must be humble.” ?? . Humility is a very important human trait that all people should exercise in their lives. Being humble means you aren’t too big for any lesson that may come your way. The core significance of being humble is that humility keeps you constantly receptive to opportunities for improvement. . In…
A man’s word is his honor.
Bushido is a code of conduct that emerged in Japan from the Samurai, or Japanese warriors, who spread their ideals throughout society. They drew inspiration from Confucianism, which is a relatively conservative philosophy and system of beliefs that places a great deal of importance on loyalty and duty. The Bushido code contains eight key principles…
Any fool can know. The point is to understand.
“Any fool can know. The point is to understand”. ~ Albert Einstein . The quote attributed to Albert Einstein can apply to many things, karate included. For many karate practitioners, one of the most challenging elements of karate is learning the nuances found deep within the techniques, drills and principles. Few have the time or…
Knowledge will give you power, but character respect.
“Knowledge will give you power, but character respect.” ~ Bruce Lee . Loyalty and trust is generally one of the most important character traits that we must all have and aspire to, especially in the martial arts. . Staying loyal to your martial arts school and to your instructors, can have lasting positive effects on…
Be passionate about everything to do with karate.
“Karate is an integral part of my life and contributes meaning to my life. Someone who establishes a dojo has a mission: and that is, to instruct and develop more students. . Opening a new dojo requires a lot of students, who will join and help run and maintain it. So in light of that,…