italian_guy Posted February 13, 2006 Share Posted February 13, 2006 Although many people expecially from modern MA think they are either useless or not optimized I think that the practice of form has a lot of benefits.They are good lo learn proper body mechanics, coordination and equilibrium, some in my style are ci kung exercices (Sancin, Tensho) so they have specific health benefits.... and aside all that they are fun, and they make me feel part of a large tradition just thinking that the movement you are doing are repeated throughout the world and thruoghout time (since at least one century in my case but think about the 8 pieces of brocade in kung fu... it is almost 8 century old). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nanfeishen Posted February 13, 2006 Share Posted February 13, 2006 Forms contain the essence of whichever style they belong to , they define the style being practised, and provide us the means to perfect that style.Forms operate on various levels, the first is a physical level to become familiar with the techniques and condition the body, once we are familiar , we go to the second level and that is perfecting the nuances of the techniques, then we reach for the third and hardest level , the understanding of the energy and spirit within the forms.Personally i find forms to an integral part of martial arts, and thoroughly enjoy the practice of them, couldnt imagine any other way. Without long practice one cannot suddenly understand Tai Chi : - Tai Chi Classics Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ps1 Posted February 13, 2006 Share Posted February 13, 2006 I just love to do them. They offer me a type of meditation and focus I can attain by no other means. To those who would argue that kata (forms) are not necessary to learn how to fight...I would not disagree. While kata contain all the fighting techniques of their particular system...for me they have never been about fighting. I just love them. "It is impossible to make anything foolproof because fools are so ingenius." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tkdan Posted February 13, 2006 Share Posted February 13, 2006 I first started doing forms because it was a requirement (was not crazy about doing them). Now I actually enjoy them. I continue to look for ways to improve on each form I've learned. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roxor Posted February 20, 2006 Share Posted February 20, 2006 the katas are meant to practice what you know. Most have an application to it which shows you what you are doing Technique is all that matters! NOT YOUR BELT!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pineapple Posted February 20, 2006 Share Posted February 20, 2006 I use katas as a means to strengthen my entire body together in unison with my mind and spirit. What works works Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marie curie Posted February 20, 2006 Share Posted February 20, 2006 I love doing katas!!!I like how they help me to work on my technique, balance, and especially martial art movement. You suck-train harder.......................Don't block with your faceA good traveler has no fixed plans, and is not intent on arriving. -Lao Tzu Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xerxes Posted February 26, 2006 Share Posted February 26, 2006 because kata is free Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShadowFox Posted February 27, 2006 Share Posted February 27, 2006 Because my inscructor told me a good way to practice my martials arts was to do the forms. Also I like to challenge myself with techniques. "Martial Arts is kinda like yin and yang when you think about it; it 50% physical and 50% mental" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tkdman102088 Posted February 27, 2006 Share Posted February 27, 2006 i wouldnt say that i hate or love hyungs(kata) but they are extremely helpful in developing muscle memory, power, speed, strength, etc...their worth the effort if you practice all the time. martial arts may be made fun of by people who dont understand them---teach these people the true beauty and power of our arts and they will learn, understand, and remember for forever.---being a teacher is not just an honor its an experience that benifits not only the student but the instructor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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