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I agree with Zaine. 1st comes control, then comes speed, then power. Its better off learning correct technique then working on the power. In my opinion that is, im no expert.

Punch to the head...probably the jaw - a good punch will have them out cold. A punch to the nose would also hurt like hell and bring water to the eyes.

The why do they even exist? ...The Japanese language is a decoration? Oh dear... The point i was trying to make wasnt that those things are absoloutly essential, but that he accepts as part of his karate training...yet he doesnt bow.

24fightingchickens: Do you call your grades Kyu's? Do you call your uniform a Gi? Do you call your style Shotokan? Isnt using these words outside of Japan weird to you? I think you get my point... You are a karateka correct? It's all part of the deal. Traditionally, thats how it is done, whether you do it with your buddies is a different matter.

LOL, Good point.

I graded shodan in kyokushin in 2001, going for nidan soon.

I agree.

I would recommend Kyokushin...its like hapkido except more striking and less grappling.

Origins of Kyokushin Kata Kyokushin kata are often categorized as "Northern Kata" or "Southern Kata," based upon their origin and development. The Northern Kata are similar to those found in Shotokan Karate, since they were developed from Mas Oyama's training under Gichin Funakoshi. Master Funakoshi in turn derived these kata from northern Chinese kempo and Shorin Ryu, the Okinawan karate style based on Chinese Shaolin (i.e. "Shorin") kempo. These kata utilize long, powerful stances and strong blocks and strikes. The Northern Kata include: Taikyoku Sono Ichi, Ni and San Pinan Sono Ichi, Ni, San, Yon and Go Yansu Tsuki no Kata Kanku Sushiho The Southern Kata were developed from Mas Oyama's study of the Okinawan karate style of Goju Ryu under So Nei Chu, which in turn were derived from southern Chinese kempo. The movements in these kata are more circular and flamboyant than those in the Northern Kata. The Southern Kata include: Sanchin no Kata Gekisai Dai and Sho Tensho Saiha Seienchin Garyu Seipai

I didnt learn Gekisai Dai/Sho until after i got my shodan either. And no, shorin-ryu dont have any gekisai kata.

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MadMatt: Traditionally called Tsuki no Kata, is it the one where the first move is a step backward into kibadachi, gedan berai then punch?

y2_sub: Hey, i also like yantsu. What belt are you? granmaster: That is very sad.

My favorite kyokushin kata is probably Saifer of Gekisai sho. Please share yours

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Not really a full contact tournament if you have to wear pads

Kyokushin for me

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Hi everyone! Ive been training kyokushin karate for about 8-9 years and am going for Nidan in a few months. I aslo enjoy Cricket, Music and Computers. Are there any other kyokushin karateka at these forums? It seems to be a minority even though there are over 15 million members worldwide. Thats about it! I live in Australia and my favorite color is blue.

In reply to the original question, i would say Kyokushin is much better. Ive been training under an excellent shihan for over 8 years in kyokushin and its excellent.

Took me a bit over 4 years to earn my shodan, and im going for my nidan in a few months which has taken me a further 4 years.

Ive never even heard of all those katas, doesnt anyone d kyokushin?

I do kyokushin and my favorite kata is probably Saifer. Share yours!