Elevating Karatedō Practice: Mirror vs. Video for self-training

Elevating Karatedō Practice: Mirror vs. Video for self-training All Gojuryu Network (www.gojuryu.network) & SKSV (Gojuryu.net) cross-post By Johnpaul Williams – March 27, 2023 Introduction In the sacred space of Karatedō practice at home, the choice between using a traditional mirror or embracing modern video recordings as training aids sparks a fascinating debate. In this

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Addressing Bullies

Addressing Bullies in Budo: The Moral Responsibility of the Sensei 先生 As a Sensei 先生, coach, and leader, we bear a profound responsibility to protect our community and stand firmly against fascists and bullies. In the world of traditional Japanese Martial Arts, it is not enough to teach technique; we

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