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Training tips for Annan

June 15, 2024
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Training Tips for Kata Annan: Biomechanics & Bunkai Study By Johnpaul Williams – Director, Seiwakai Karate Silicon Valley Gojūkan Introduction to Annan (安南) Historically originating from the Ryūei-ryū (劉衛流) lineage of Okinawa, the kata Annan (安南) has evolved into one of the most dynamic and popular forms witnessed in modern

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Zarei 座礼 – Three types of Seated Bow

April 4, 2020
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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

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Seated Bow - Zarei

Seiza 正座 & Zarei 座礼: How to Sit Properly in Karate | SKSV

March 27, 2020
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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

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