FEATURED PREMIERE

KARATE SPIRIT

The essence of mastery

Discover the philosophical foundation of Shitoryu Karate. This introductory film explores the harmony of technique, mind, and spirit through the eyes of our Grandmasters.

FUNDAMENTAL STANCES

Finder mental stances of zenkutsu dachi,neko ashi dachi, sanchin dachi, shiko dachi that are essential to the proper development of superior techniques required for true self defence.

01 stances

02 stances

03 stances

04 stances

05 stances

06 stances

THE FIVE DEFENSE PRINCIPLES

An in-depth look at Uke-waza, focusing on timing and the concept of 'soft' vs 'hard' defense.

RAKKA (Flower Falling Down)

Concept of striking at the base of a tree with such tremendous force to knock the flowers (blossoms) off the branches. Hard blocking applying sudden maximum power with a twisting action executed to literally stop the opponent's attack and destroy his confidence.

RYUSU (Flowing Water-like Movement or Fluid Motion)

Concept of soft blocking or absorbing the attack and re-directing it using circular or deflecting blocks or parrys, in a fluid movement.

TENI (Taisabaki-like Body Movement )

Concept of shifting or turning away from opponent's attack or avoiding his attack by applying evasive body movement.

KUSHIN (Bending or Springing Action Originating in Knees)

Concept of an immediate shifting of stance from one type to another (e.g.- Moto dachi/Neko-ashi dachi/Moto dachi) or a reflexive darting away then returning back immediately type of body shifting from any angle.

HANGEKI (Counter Attack or "Go No Sen")

Concept of generating a powerful attacking action as an effective counter defense (e.g.- Tsuki Uke or Wa Uke).

SUPARINPEI

The ultimate 108 steps. A comprehensive study of breathing, tension, and explosive energy.

PINAN SERIES

Perfecting the 5 Pinan Katas for intermediate practitioners.

Perfecting the 5 Pinan Katas for intermediate practitioners.