Bama Crimson Posted January 25, 2005 Share Posted January 25, 2005 What are the similarities between Isshinryu, Shotokan and Kyokushin Karate.... Also, I may begin training in IsshinRyu Karate soon. But if a train for say 6 months or so and get an orange belt, and then move, and have to find a new school to train at, will that school acknowledge my orange belt that I earned previously at another school? "If you believe in yourself and have dedication and pride, and never quit, you'll be a winner. The price of victory is high but so are the rewards." -Alabama Coaching Legend Paul "Bear" Bryant. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ncole_91 Posted January 25, 2005 Share Posted January 25, 2005 It all depends on the Dojo and instructor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
searcher Posted January 25, 2005 Share Posted January 25, 2005 I agree with ncole, it all depends on the instructor. As for similarities they all use striking with the feet and hands. They all have kata. You might have been better off asking for the differences. "let those who shed blood with me be forever known as my brother." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bama Crimson Posted January 25, 2005 Author Share Posted January 25, 2005 Ok, what are the differences "If you believe in yourself and have dedication and pride, and never quit, you'll be a winner. The price of victory is high but so are the rewards." -Alabama Coaching Legend Paul "Bear" Bryant. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Hammer Posted January 26, 2005 Share Posted January 26, 2005 Bama: These three styles you mentioned are rether different from each other. They have different kata, which means that if you change from one style to another you will have to start as a beginner. The Hammer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
isshinryu5toforever Posted January 26, 2005 Share Posted January 26, 2005 they are rather different from eachother, but most Isshin-Ryu Karate schools should recognize your rank. The requirements are pretty similar for most schools that I have been to. He who knows others is wise. He who knows himself is enlightened.- Tao Te Ching"Move as swift as a wind, stay as silent as forest, attack as fierce as fire, undefeatable defense like a mountain."- Sun Tzu, the Art of War Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
searcher Posted January 26, 2005 Share Posted January 26, 2005 For example, I-ryu has shorter stances than Shotokan and I-ryu rarely use their kicks higher than waist. Both Kyokushin and I-ryu emphasize fighting, but Kyokushin is almost strictly full-contact. They all have weapons use to some degree, but the weapons kata are very different. These are just some of the differwences, and there are more. Go to the different schools and check them out before signing up. "let those who shed blood with me be forever known as my brother." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MASIsshinryu Posted January 30, 2005 Share Posted January 30, 2005 Be aware also that Isshinryu in the United States has several different organizations which claim to be, or want to be, THE recognized controlling entity of the style. As such, a belt earned in a dojo which is affiliated with one organization might not be recognized by another dojo which has chosen to be solely affiliated with a different organization. I have seen significant differences in the techniques with the kata, from one branch to the next. "Tomorrow's battle is won during today's practice."M.A.S. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aefibird Posted January 30, 2005 Share Posted January 30, 2005 If you transfer from one style of karate to another then it is more likely that you will have to start again as a beginner than if you transfer from one I-Ryu club to another. However, even if you do find that you have to start again as a white belt, don't worry. Several people on this forum have found themselves within that position and I'm sure that they'll be able to share their experiences with you. Also, if you do have to give up your rank, then your previous training will stand you in good stead. You'll not be floundering though confusing terminology for a start! "Was it really worth it? Only time and death may ever tell..." The Beautiful South - The Rose of My CologneSheffield Steelers! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kaminari Posted January 31, 2005 Share Posted January 31, 2005 I know it was mentioned before, but I'll say it anyway: It depends on the instructor. I know when I switched from my old style of Karate to Shito-Ryu, I was able to keep my rank, because of the similarities in kata, etc. The most likely outcome will be that you have to start as a beginner, but you'll be able to grasp the concepts and be able to learn things much quicker due to your previous experience. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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