By Johnpaul Williams – Seiwakai Karate Silicon Valley Introduction: The Question That Sparked This Article Earlier this week, I received a brief yet meaningful inquiry via Facebook from a gentleman in India named Mr. Samarjit Mullick, who wrote: “Oss Sensei. I am from India. I am interested and curious to
Seiwakai Karate Silicon Valley – April / May Newsletter New Season, Renewed SpiritCross Posted to email and on our website - Gojuryu.net 🌸 Welcome to Spring 季節の変わり目には新たな意志と共に稽古に励みましょう。 As the days grow longer here in California and cherry blossoms bloom in Kyoto, our dōjō 道場 enters a season of renewal. This
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
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
