June to August 2023 Training Schedule and Enrollment By Johnpaul Williams – June 12, 2023 The Menlo Park recreation registration page has been updated with a much better flow and experience. To assist with finding the registration links, visit the links below! Beginners training - Mondays at 5:45 pm. Beginners training - Wednesdays
Training tutorial video for Goju Ryu Karatedo kata Saifa at a 360° viewpoint. Performed by Nishiyama Kakeru 剛柔流 空手道 形砕破 360° 視点 出演：西山 走
SKSV March / April 2023 for new and returning club members By Johnpaul Williams – March 28, 2023 Welcome back to training and for those new, congratulations on your start. We generally try to send out group email approximately two times per year. However, with the new influx it seems we should send
Update: We have registration and participation forms! Annually, we attend a seminar series in Japan for both Seiwakai and JKF Gojukai, during the summer months of July or August. All club members (past and present) are welcome, however please let me know of your intent well ahead of time. This
Visitors week is next week, March 6th and 8th 2023. We'll have several guests popping in through the month of March especially next week. They include long time players on travel, local beginners and visiting dojo. All the visitors will be messaged explaining that: Training in Menlo Park is every
Karate Sports Disciplines from the Spotlight of the Paradigm Shift of Japanese Combat Systems: Analytical Study By: Anatoliy Lozovyy - February 2023 Published by: Journal of Kinesiology and Exercise Sciences - ISSN: 2956-4581 Abstract: Nowadays, many karate organizations hold their own competitions at various levels, up to and including the
Gōjū-Ryū vs. Shōtōkan-Ryū: An Academic and Tactical Analysis of Traditional Karate While both Gōjū-Ryū and Shōtōkan-Ryū share a common genesis in the indigenous martial arts of Okinawa, they represent distinct evolutionary branches of combat. Having spent over five decades on the Dōjō floor—both researching the historical timelines in Japan and
Introduction: Embarking on a journey into the world of Karate necessitates thoughtful consideration of various factors, akin to the meticulous process of selecting a home. In this guide, we delve into the intricacies of choosing the right Karate style, emphasizing the importance of location, personal goals, and preferences. Location Matters:
The Karate Chain of Command: Authority, Responsibility, and Structure The Karate chain of command is a hierarchical structure of authority and responsibility within a martial arts organization. It is the system of leadership that directs and controls the actions of its members. From the highest-ranking official to the newest student,
JKF Gojukai Newsletter (Kaihoshi) November 2022 (Japanese only) All Gojuryu Network (www.gojuryu.network) & SKSV (Gojuryu.net) cross-post By Johnpaul Williams – December 16, 2022 While the Gojuryu.network (www.gojuryu.network) page is being reconstructed, we occasionally re-syndicate media such as the JKF Gojukai Newsletter December 2022 which is distributed twice a year, Enjoy! Best wishes, Johnpaul Williams JKF
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 csd@menlopark.org if you are experiencing any issues or need help navigating the online registration process. More than just
Navigating the Journey: Traveling to Japan for the Seiwakai Gasshuku On Monday, July 4th, 2022, Independence Day in the United States, we officially began our journey to the Seiwakai Gasshuku. Departing from California, we connected through LAX and boarded our long-haul flight across the Pacific, destined for Narita International Airport.
A big bowl full of Humble Soup and many thanks for the induction into the "Chojun Miyagi Society Hall of Fame."
Welcome back to summer! Last week, Wednesday June 1st, was our last day of the Spring karate training season. We've had SO MUCH progress and clear change in every participant and I'm humbled, having the opportunity to work with all of you. Our summer training season continues next Monday and Wednesday, June
Fukyu Kata Dai Ichi: The Foundation of Karatedō for Beginners For students beginning their journey in traditional Okinawan Karate, establishing a strong technical foundation is paramount. One of the most essential introductory forms taught is Fukyu Kata Dai Ichi. This kata was specifically commissioned by the government of Okinawa in
I'll update this post in the very near future. In the meanwhile I've already reserved 8 rooms for our group in Yokohama for the 2nd leg of the trip. It's on! 2022 Seiwakai International Seminar & Shinsa – Omagari, Daisen, Akita, Japan July 6, 7, 8 – Seiwakai Goju-Ryu Karate-do Training
Lets wish a huge congratulations to Chen Emechete for his achievement at the USA Karate 2021 Nationals in Chicago, Illinois! [caption id="attachment_1716" align="alignright" width="225"] Chen Emechete takes 2nd place at the USA Karate 2021 Nationals in Chicago, Illinois[/caption] Division S407 - 18-34 Make Adv Kumite +75Kg Competitor: Results: View Chart
Now that the debut of Karate-do is completed in the Olympics, we are back with on site - in person training combined with "ZOOM"! All access doors (for indoor training) will remain open, regardless of climate and face masks shall remain MANDATORY, unless the Covid / Corona transmission rate is R0≤1.
Hi SKSV team. A few big details all in one week. I'll also push this to many participants via email. Next Saturday July 17th we will meet at Lake Vasona park in Los Gatos at 9:00 am for a few (3 or 4) hours. Bring edibles to share, your Sai,
Kururunfa by Hikaru Ohno Let's Go to the Zen-Shō!! The Secret of Hikaru Ōno’s Strength
Greetings to our family and friends around the world. [caption id="attachment_1802" align="alignright" width="300"] 2021 Seiwakai Gojuryu Karatedo training via Zoom[/caption] January 1 marked our New Year of 2021 and February 12 marks our Lunar New Year of the Bull (牛 Ox). This means we enter a period of hard work
Saturday, December 19, 2020 at 5 PM PST – 8 PM PST Public Hosted by Seiwakai Karate of Silicon Valley 剛柔流 空手道 誠和会-国際 Online event link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84436059902 Link to blog post notification: https://wp.me/pbPfgt-bc Join us on Zoom for our Bōnenkai Keiko (end of the year training) & Seiwakai (SKSV) 1000 gyaku tsuki
