Traditional Karate vs. Commercial Martial Arts or Generalized Martial Arts: Why Authenticity Matters In today's diverse martial arts landscape, individuals face an essential choice between enrolling in a traditional karate dojo (道場) or opting for a generalized commercial martial arts club or mixed martial arts (MMA) gym. While each setting
Break Free from the Screen: How Seiwakai Karate Silicon Valley Helps Adults Build Strength, Confidence, and Focus January 16, 2025 by Johnpaul Williams. In the fast-paced world of tech, startups, and corporate life, stress, long hours at a desk, and a sedentary lifestyle can take a toll on your health
[caption id="attachment_2236" align="alignright" width="300"] January 2025 Greeting from Seiwakai Karate Silicon Valley[/caption] Happy New Year to all and welcome back! January 1, 2025 by Johnpaul Williams. As we step into a new year, our dojo is buzzing with excitement. The start of the year always brings a wave of new
December 1, 2024 by Johnpaul Williams. Are you looking for a kids’ martial arts program in Menlo Park that builds self-defense skills, confidence, and respect? Look no further than Seiwakai Karate Silicon Valley (SKSV)! As one of the leading karate schools in the Bay Area, SKSV is dedicated to empowering
How Martial Arts Helps Develop Teamwork November 14, 2024 by Johnpaul Williams Martial arts is often perceived as an individual journey, where practitioners focus on personal goals such as strength, skill, and discipline. However, at Seiwakai Karate Silicon Valley (SKSV), teamwork is an essential component of our training philosophy. Our
Ōssu, Ōss, Ōssss! 押忍: “The Ō word.” Unveiling the Essence of “Ōss”: From Karate Dojo to Linguistic Exploration... All Gojuryu Network (www.gojuryu.network) & SKSV (Gojuryu.net) cross-post By Johnpaul Williams - April 1, 2024. The Ōssu Conundrum: Navigating Nuances of a Nonconventional Japanese Martial Arts Vocabulary In the world of traditional
March 2024 SKSV Goju-Ryu Karate Club Newsletter by Johnpaul Williams. Dear Club Members, I hope everyone is having a fantastic month! I want to remind you that after next week, we will have a 2-week training break, as indicated in our club calendar. Here are a few important updates for
Training tutorial video for Goju Ryu Karatedo kata Saifa at a 360° viewpoint. Performed by Nishiyama Kakeru 剛柔流 空手道 形砕破 360° 視点 出演：西山 走
Intricacies between Goju-Ryu vs. Shotokan-Ryu Karate A cross-post from Seiwakai Karate Silicon Valley and the All Gojuryu Network by Johnpaul Williams - February 7 2023 Karate, a martial art that transcends physical discipline, encompasses various styles, each with its unique essence. Two such styles, Goju-Ryu and Shotokan-Ryu, stand out for their
