I must admit that when I first observed certain energetic characteristics that emerge in ...
Amashi-waza (body shift and switch) is a form of Go-no-sen (response after opponent’s attack). ...
In the video below we will look at using dynamic distance control. This is ...
In the video below we will look at using direct attack to engage the ...
Being too eager to respond to opponent’s action, whether it means the attack or ...
Here is a kumite exercise working on simultaneous block and counter strikes with a ...
This shotokan kumite exercise consists of three gyaku zuki (reverse punch) attacks, with 3 ...
Here are some very basic shotokan kumite tips to help with your sparring, many ...
Jyu-ippon kumite (semi free sparring, also spelt ju, jyuu or jui) Jyu ippon kumite ...
My short answer is a definate yes, they are good. As karate competitions can ...