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I wish I can visualize those sequences in real time as it sounds interesting! If you have any links to videos that are similar to the sequence described above, I would appreciate it! Nice comments overall, I think that it goes go to show that Taikyoku is most likely a "primer" type kata, most bukai videos Ive searched start at Heian series and higher, avoiding Taikyoku. Speaking of Heian.. Bernard Bilicki made a bunkai series found on a French martial arts video website :https://www.imaginarts.tv/categorie-produit/experts/bilicki-bernard/ This one is from Didier Lupo (6th Dan), here is his Heian bunkai breakdowns The above bunkai vids are more appealing to me than those earlier cringe vids made by the JKA

hey folks, any of you have a favorite application of Shotokans most basic kata? any links to vids or resources would be helpful regardless of style, it be interesting to see other ideas. Im gathering a personal portfolio of the katas and their different interpretations for my own study. best regards!

welcome my friend

I've been to martial arts classes where the instructor ended up dating or marrying one of the students and is now happily married. I had another where the instructor was dating one of his black belts, and there was nothing inappropriate about it really. Anyone have any good or bad dojo dating stories?

It is organized like an online college course, you set up a account which leads to the online dashboard of your classes, the courses are divided into modules and belt levels. Lyoto or Chinzo lead the classes, which are set up like regular classes. Once you've finished the course, you take a live test after practicing on your own time and messaging the teachers with any questions. The minimum testing window for each belt level is four months, and at the moment, they only have curriculum completed up to the orange belt level. The videos are of really high quality, so I would imagine that a lot of work was spent creating them. The language barrier may be an obstacle, but it is clear enough to comprehend what the machidas are trying to convey. I genuinely like their approach, and I appreciate the drills, combinations, and technique they provide. They essentially modified Shotokan for more modern MMA, including grappling applications and so on. They have some of their own Machida Kata

I only practice Kyokushin 1-2x week and supplement my free days with online training, but I believe I've really outdone myself. Along with Shorin ryu, I recently joined the Machida Virtual dojo. Both of these online trainings have been a great addition to my downtime and have allowed me to sample three various styles at a manageable pace. I'm thinking about writing another post about the virtual academy, but I don't want to come across as trying to sell them or anything; I'm just really happy things like these are now accessible to everyone due to modern technology.

congrats!!

Brother, preach it! (TKD/Karate) What's strange is that several of the techniques taught at higher level were ones that were considered "basic" when training in Judo and BJJ.

Hey, just a quick update: I've paused BJJ for the time being due to financial and family obligations; I'm embarrassed because I know I'm almost there with my blue belt, but I'll pick it up again. I was awarded my Orange belt for Kyokushin. So far, it feels mostly like a kickboxing class, with lots of different drills and combinations, as well as kata practice for the appropriate levels. However, similar to shotokan, they rarely break down Kata and instead provide broad interpretations. So far, I'm still enjoying it as a difficult art form.

Very interesting discussion; I actually like the idea of learning the entire curriculum to earn a BB. I've been a part of styles where certain techniques were only taught at higher Dan levels.

are you still training BJJ?

Please excuse my terminology; I don't mean to offend the more experienced (older) people, but I'll admit that after three days a week of bjj, I'd always feel like an 80-year-old with severe arthritis. I occasionally get asked, "But why don't you just train once or twice a week?" To which I reply, "I can't train like that in something Im really into; it's either I go all in or not." I can probably train for 4-5 days straight in kyokushin and still not come close to the aches and pains I experience after practicing bjj LOL but hey, this is just me and my opinion.

Being completely honest with you, after putting more time in Kyokushin vs BJJ, I'm at a crossroads and am seriously considering kyokushin at this point due to physical considerations. The nicest thing I've noticed is the decrease in injuries from Kyokushin compared to BJJ. The training is not incompatible with BJJ; it is challenging in another way. I don't have a sore lower back, no joint pain, no neck pain, my fingers are returning to normal as a result of using grips less frequently, I don't have any rashes on my face, and I don't feel like I have someone else's sweat all over me like I do after finishing a BJJ class as opposed to a Kyokushin class. I absolutely like BJJ, but I can't deny that I did have some lingering worries about how my body would be after years of training. I always feel a bit debilitated after sessions that can last for days and weeks.

**Hypothetically** Do you think a formal martial arts curriculum with divisions for various styles and focuses, akin to the option of obtaining an MA in PE, would be beneficial? viewed "self defense education" as a stand-alone subject that is not a part of physical education or a sport club? but instead would have courses such as Kinesiology and PE as a pre-req thats included with the degree pathway There are advantages and disadvantages to this, but would a degree from a prestigious university, like USC, have greater value and provide more opportunities?

Enjoying life and running a dojo had always been a dream of mine; past instructors had highlighted how difficult it was to pay the bills by running a dojo alone. Was your dojo income sufficient for you to maintain health insurance and retirement funds out of curiosity?

Aint that the truth! I previously mentioned in another thread how sparring in Kyokushin gave me a wake-up call, that point sparring technique is entirely worthless when applied to full contact. Strangely, even though I completely understand Zaine's dread of point sparring, I actually have less dread when I spar full contact because we don't stop at a single strike ippon. I suppose it's more satisfying to engage in a match because you gave it everything you have rather than losing due to failing to tag (touch) your opponent before they touch you.

Some classes' formats change based on what the instructor wishes to emphasize that day (kumite, kata, pad work etc). Yet we engage in extensive pad practice and sparring. It is a physically demanding system that is beneficial for strengthening the body and for trading blows. I've only recently begun, but I've sparred every lesson. Although getting acclimated to receiving punches with full contact is difficult, it is also illuminating. If attempting to apply the Shotokan point sparring experience to Kyokushin, you'll quickly realize that it is almost useless except from the advantages of timing and distance management. With full contact, we can punch everywhere but the head and kick anywhere besides private areas off course (gloves or no gloves). Several of the individuals I sparred with were chowing down on my gyaku-zukis like they were nothing.. either way, it is fun and the people are great and tough. Made me realize alot of things missing when comparing to Shotokan practice. If you have knowledge of kihon and kata, you'll be at an advantage in progressing in the system from my opinion. The system has Shotokan, Shorin, and goju katas

Thank you for all your contributions to this forum

The Kata is known as "Tekki Shodan" in Shotokan, and we keep the torso straight, but depending on your upper extremity and chest width proportions, you might catch yourself doing a slight twist as you reach your fist across our torso.

My pick would be Roy Jones Jr

Are we talking about physical fighting ability or technique knowledge and execution ability? I'll admit that I'm not at my peak of performance physically, but in terms of knowledge and wisdom, I'm still a very absorbent sponge with plenty of disk space left. It shows when I spar during classes that I am more disciplined and have a variety of tools in my arsenal.

sorry to hear for those who are dealing with digestive issues

Sounds like a true SOLID system, and I admire the system's standards, particularly the requirement for 8 years of active training to be considered for BB, which will undoubtedly produce quality Yudansha. What is the reasoning behind having the student go out and learn a kata from another system if I may ask?

As a child/teen of the 1990s, the mention of Gargolyes is incredibly nostalgic. I recall watching that show at that time slot along with others like X-Men, Power Rangers, Tiny Toons, etc. Gargoyles was undoubtedly a good cartoon.

Does anyone know of any upcoming Karate stylists in the world of MMA? Most of the guys I enjoy watching are getting older (wonderboy, Machida), and there hasn't been any new blood so far.