July 2024 JKF Gojukai Newsletter
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Traditional Karate vs. Commercial Martial Arts: Why Authentic Karate Matters
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
Seiwakai Karate Silicon Valley – March Greetings
[caption id="attachment_2531" align="alignright" width="300"] Traditional karate tournaments back and SKSV is in the house[/caption] As we continue into the new year, our dojo is alive with renewed energy! Many of us are returning from the winter holidays, and new members are joining our ranks, bringing fresh enthusiasm to our training
Karate Pedigree: Why (How) It Matters and Why (How) It Doesn’t
By Johnpaul Williams Introduction: Understanding Karate Pedigree Martial arts, particularly traditional karate, place great importance on lineage and legitimacy. A karate pedigree refers to a direct and documented connection between a karate instructor and the historical lineage of their style. This lineage serves as a marker of authenticity, tradition, and
Updated rules for Karate competition
USA Karate (USANKF) updated rules for karate competition with revisions as of January 1st 2025. USA_Karate_Rules_of_Competition_effective_January_1_2025 Download
Why Adults Should Train at Seiwakai Karate Silicon Valley: Self-Defense, Confidence, and Respect
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
Seiwakai Karate Silicon Valley – January Greetings
[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
Seiwakai Karate Silicon Valley (SKSV) Media Weblinks
Seiwakai Karate Silicon Valley (SKSV) Media & Online Resources by Johnpaul Williams. At Seiwakai Karate Silicon Valley (SKSV), we are committed to preserving and promoting traditional Gōjū-Ryū Karatedō. Our goal is to provide students and enthusiasts with high-quality resources to deepen their understanding of karate history, terminology, and techniques. Whether
How Seiwakai Karate Silicon Valley (SKSV) Teaches Kids Self-Defense, Confidence, and Respect
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 at Seiwakai Karate Silicon Valley (SKSV) Helps Develop Teamwork
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
Understanding Ōsu 押忍: Jargon for Respect and Discipline in Karate
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
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
Territorial Possessiveness in the Dōjō
Territorial Possessiveness in the Dōjō All Gojuryu Network (www.gojuryu.network) & SKSV (Gojuryu.net) cross-post By Johnpaul Williams - Feb 13, 2024 Introduction "At our club in the 1990s, I wasn't the 'King of the Dōjō'—that was a tacit moniker reserved for our Shihan (Sensei). I was the Big Man on Campus (BMOC)
The Interplay of Ki (気) and Konjō (根性) in Martial Arts Philosophy
The Interplay of Ki (気) & Konjō (根性) in Martial Arts Philosophy All Gojuryu Network (www.gojuryu.network) & SKSV (Gojuryu.net) cross-post By Johnpaul Williams - Feb 6, 2024 Konjō (根性) as a concept, a demeanor, a theory or emotional state, could easily be a subject of a thesis standing alone. The
Return to training 2024
Return to training 2024 By Johnpaul Williams – January 11, 2024 Welcome back to training and again Happy New Year! If you hadn't seen the previous Happy New Year message, it is posted at - https://gojuryu.net/2024/01/03/2024-new-year-wishes/ We have returned to training however just as fast as it started, please remember that there
2024 New Year Wishes
2024 New Year Wishes All Gojuryu Network (www.gojuryu.network) & SKSV (Gojuryu.net) cross-post By Johnpaul Williams – January 3, 2024 Dear Members, Families, and Friends of Seiwakai Karate Silicon Valley, [caption id="attachment_1689" align="alignright" width="300"] Vassie Naidoo Shihan (LA) Alexandra Alan (MP) Takahashi Satoru (JP), Johnpaul Williams (MP), Shiho Azuma Williams (MP) and Sanjit Mandal (TV). USA
December 2023 – JKF Gojukai Newsletter (Japanese only Kaihoshi)
JKF Gojukai Newsletter (Kaihoshi) December 2023 (Japanese only) All Gojuryu Network (www.gojuryu.network) & SKSV (Gojuryu.net) cross-post By Johnpaul Williams – December 24, 2023 In the summer of 2023, we attended the 49th JKF Gojukai Taikai in Osaka Japan. The events and results of the convention and competition are reported in the semi-annual JKF Gojukai Newsletter which
Fall 2023 SKSV Grading (Shinsa) Results
Fall 2023 SKSV Grading (Shinsa) Results By Johnpaul Williams – December 7, 2023 Karate is a journey with obstacles and setbacks, goals and milestones. Fortunately, Karate training also builds tenacity, mental pliability and fortitude. Congratulation to those who successfully graded in the 2nd half of 2023. Final club certificates are being painted
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