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武道の指導系統 – A Brief Comparative Hierarchical Structure of Karate Leadership

January 28, 2023
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The concept of the Karate chain of command embodies a structured system of authority and responsibility within the Karate organization. It serves as the guiding force directing and overseeing the actions of individuals within the martial arts community. This hierarchical framework establishes a clear line of authority, communication, and responsibility,

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Karate: Martial Art or Military Science…

January 26, 2023
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Marts Arts : Martial Sciences : Military Arts : Military Sciences Karate is a martial art that originated in Okinawa, Japan and it is a system of codified practices and traditions of training for combat. Karate involves the use of various forms of unarmed combat, utilizing striking techniques (e.g. punches,

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January 2023 SKSV News & Updates

January 18, 2023
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Welcome back family and friends of SKSV and for those just beginning, welcome! The last few years have been... interesting but we persevered. We did it because we are Budo-ka and that's what we do; we endure, and we thrive. Thank you for sticking through with training and apologies ahead

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Martin Luther King MLK holiday

January 15, 2023
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We hear that all municipal facilities are closed tomorrow due to the Martin Luther King holiday. We'll do a double check however; we believe there's no training as the Menlo Park Recreation (Arrillaga) will be closed. Please check the SKSV WhatsApp for faster updates or to chime into the conversation.

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Training postponed tonight

January 4, 2023
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Unfortunately, due to our major storm (category 5) tonight, training is postponed. We will work with Arrillaga Family Recreation Center for a make up class. This includes both the 5:45 pm beginners' class and the 7:00 experienced training. Stay safe out there. JP

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January 2023 Training Schedule and Enrollment

January 1, 2023
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Due to a technical issue, the Beginners Traditional Karate classes are listed under “adult sports” and Experienced Traditional Karate classes are listed under “adult classes” on Menlo Park Recreation's egovlink.com registration page. To simplify finding the registration we have sourced the registration pages listing them below. Beginners training on Mondays and

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JKF Gojukai Newsletter 2022 November 21

November 2022 – JKF Gojukai Newsletter (Japanese only Kaihoshi)

December 16, 2022
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JKF Gojukai Newsletter (Kaihoshi) November 2022 (Japanese only) All Gojuryu Network (www.gojuryu.network) & SKSV (Gojuryu.net) cross-post By Johnpaul Williams – December 16, 2022 While the Gojuryu.network (www.gojuryu.network) page is being reconstructed, we occasionally re-syndicate media such as the JKF Gojukai Newsletter December 2022 which is distributed twice a year, Enjoy! Best wishes, Johnpaul Williams JKF

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Changelog: V1 Gōjū-Ryū Karate-Dō Desk Reference 剛柔流空手道 参考書 Introduction & Historic Chronology 武道, 武術の歴史

September 17, 2022
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Dear readers, friends, colleagues, and associates. The educational guide "Gōjū-Ryū Karate-Dō Desk Reference 剛柔流空手道 参考書" - "Volume 1: Introduction & Historic Chronology 武道, 武術の歴史," has received a vast update and is now in the 3rd Edition. This posted CHANGELOG from the previous edition includes names, translations, and references as well

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Menlo Park Karate Registration is open for Palo Alto, Stanford, Mountain View, Redwood City & Peninsula

September 1, 2022
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Registration for the Fall 2022 Traditional Karate is now open! Visit Menlo Park Recreation, click "advanced search" and type "karate" to enroll. Please contact Menlo Park recreation by phone at 650-330-2200 or Email [email protected] if you are experiencing any issues or need help navigating the online registration process. More than just

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Karate training Summer 2022!

June 8, 2022
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Welcome back to summer! Last week, Wednesday June 1st, was our last day of the Spring karate training season. We've had SO MUCH progress and clear change in every participant and I'm humbled, having the opportunity to work with all of you.  Our summer training season continues next Monday and Wednesday, June

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Addressing Bullies

April 20, 2022
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As Sensei (先生), coaches, leaders, and teachers, we are not only tasked with imparting martial arts skills but also bear the weighty responsibility of safeguarding our students and communities from the influence of fascists and bullies. This privileged leadership position demands the constant exhibition of exemplary moral character, serving as

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Opening & Closing Class

January 2, 2022
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From "Gōjū-Ryū Karate-Dō Desk Reference 剛柔流空手道 机参照: Volume 2: Dōjō Auxiliary, Glossary & Terminology 道場の補助、用語集 と 辞書" Opening & Closing Class The opening and closing of class although ceremonial is necessary to establish order in the class as well as: Respect for the training, Those who have created the training,

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