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Kanku-sho
Kanku-sho develops mobility with its many sliding actions and two very difficult jumps. The subtle changes in distance are useful practice for...
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Nijushi-ho
The kata Nijushi-ho demonstrates the smooth buildup of strength and impressive power that can be developed by the advanced karate-ka. This kata...
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Semi-free sparring (Jiyu Ippon Kumite)
Semi-free (Juyi-Ippon) kumite. This type of kumite is often required for the upper kyu ranks and Shodan level...
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Free sparring concepts (Jiyu Kumite)
This video teaches free sparring strategies used in traditional non-contact Japanese Shotokan karate. You will learn offensive and...
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Chinte
Chinte is a versatile kata featuring techniques which are effective without requiring a great deal of strength. This is possible mainly through...
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Example techniques and Self Defense application
The final section demonstrates many techniques that apply the principles covered in Essential Basics, Volume Two. These...
