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
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
Preparing for Your Summer Budo Gasshuku in Japan: A Guide for Participants All Gojuryu Network (www.gojuryu.network) & SKSV (Gojuryu.net) cross-post By Johnpaul Williams – August 31, 2023 Many Sensei and instructors have undoubtedly prepared their students for summer budo (Karatedō, judo, kendo, etc.) Gasshuku, but sometimes, written instructions can be invaluable. Some portions of
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
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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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
Leo Lipinski interviews Tasaki Shūji – Gōjūryū Karatedō Legends We originally published this interview to www.gojuryu.net in 2002 however Leo Lipinski Shihan had conducted the interview some years before in 1987. We would like to disseminate the original publication now as there seems to have been many modifications via re-syndication
