The 25th anniversary of Gojuryu Karate Beach Training is re-scheduled for September 26th! (Unfortunately, the air quality index reports for the original date of September 12th were double that of Sept 11th instead of the projected 1/2, therefor, our Karate event at Montera State Beach is rescheduled to September 26th) From the roots
Unfortunately, due to unforeseen circumstances, this is event has been postponed until further notice. Hey everyone, mark your calendars. On Saturday August 29th 2020, we have our next Seiwakai Goju-Ryu Karate-Do Zoom training. Link - https://zoom.us/j/3109684862 Wear your Do-Gi for training. You never know what special guest just might chime
From the roots to the fruits and back again, this Saturday August 15th we'll have training under the big tree, beginning at 11:00 am, next to the Cupertino Senior Center in the park across the street from the entrance of De Anza College. The standard participation fee applies. The GPS
USA-NKF Statement on COVID-19 Mar 7, 2020, 8:32 PM EST USA National Karate-do Federation continues to regularly monitor concerns associated with coronavirus (COVID-19), and we want to take a moment to provide an update as it relates to USA Karate activities, including the USA Open, Junior International Cup and the National Championships
In Memoriam: Honoring Sensei Rodney Hu Jr. The martial arts world recently suffered a devastating loss. We deeply mourn the passing of Sensei Rodney Hu Jr., my karate brother was an exceptional practitioner, and a highly respected member of our extended community. As the son of the legendary Rodney Hu
Just out of curiosity for those Seiwakai international dojo leaders, country or block leaders and Shihan; what are your thoughts on asking Fujiwara Shuseki Shihan to lead an online video training for all of us, on the first Saturday of what was planned to be our international seminar at the
During our times of shelter in place, use this 12 minutes video tutorial to compliment your distance learning programs. https://youtu.be/Fc9MFYsTb2c
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Training Tips for Gekisai dai Ni The basic kata Gekisai dai ni which continues to refine the basic techniques of Nekoashi dachi, mawashi uke, make uke and introduction to Ryōshōtei Ate 両掌底当て.
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Training Like a Champion: USA Karate’s Tom Scott Shares His Conditioning Plan Originally featured by Brett Williams in Men's Health – April 7, 2020 For practitioners of traditional Gōjū-Ryū and competitive sport karate alike, technical proficiency on the tatami must be matched by peak physical conditioning. To compete at the
In these uncertain times, karateka get the best of themselves and show the tenacity, values, and strength of will that are associated with the sport. First-class Karate athletes are taking social media to inspire all of us; they are showing us that we can #StayActive and practice Karate anywhere and
Zarei (座礼): The Three Degrees of Traditional Seated Bows [caption id="attachment_3852" align="alignright" width="300"] Zarei - Seated Bow[/caption] The following educational excerpt is drawn directly from the 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. In traditional Japanese martial arts, physical technique is
A message from Fujiwara Seiichi Shihan at our Seiwakai Goju Ryu Karate Dojo headquarters in Omagari Daisen Akita Japan https://www.facebook.com/528596559/posts/10156821458746560/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/seiwakaiinternational/permalink/2511576165613369/?sfnsn=mo&extid=uiIiVu6k2n2nK1O3&d=n&vh=i
A Message of Unity to Seiwakai USA Member Dōjō: 2020 Membership Updates April 1, 2020 To my friends, family, and member dōjō of Seiwakai USA - Gōjū-Ryū Karatedō, I pray you are all safe and well. We are navigating through deeply troubling times, but we are one, we are Seiwakai,
FOR KATA COMPETITORS AGES 10 and UP FROM ALL OVER THE WORLD!Would you like to compete against some of the best competitors in your age group from many different countries without having to travel? We invite you to compete in the 1st Punok Virtual Challenge!!! A virtual Kata tournament that
The International Olympic committee, paralympic committee, Tokyo 2020 organizing committee, Tokyo metropolitan government and government of Japan today agreed on new dates for the games of the Tokyo Olympics in 2021. The Tokyo 2020 games will be celebrated from July 23rd to August 8th 2021. For full details, see the
Just finished our "first time ever" remote video training. Totally new even to this! Thanks everyone that joined in from https://gojuryu.net/home-training/ and a big thanks to Mirko Buchwald & Sanjit Mandal for letting me peek into their sessions so I would have an idea if what I'm doing.
Seiza (正座) & Zarei (座礼): The Foundation of Dōjō Etiquette [caption id="attachment_3867" align="alignright" width="300"] Seated Bow - Zarei[/caption] The following educational excerpt is drawn directly from the 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. Before a Karateka can perfect their strike
Introduction to kata Saifa, techniques and Kihon bunkai. https://youtu.be/R65aHRo2DAI https://youtu.be/thou8WAKDJo from our headquarters dojo in Omagari Daisen Akita: https://youtu.be/hJNSa1-ZyNw
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" Rei San Soku 礼三息: To Bow with Three Breaths In Budō 武道 and Karate-dō, when performing Keirei 敬礼 (standing bow); we bend from the hips with the back straight and not curved. It’s
We are one - We are Seiwakai: A Message to the Budō and Seiwakai International Family My Esteemed Friends in Budō and the Seiwakai International Family, We are united. The mental and physical fortitudes cultivated through our 空手道 (karatedō) training bind us together, ensuring our resilience and future prosperity despite
Spring 2026 Newsletter: Competition Medals, Registration, and International