robodjs Posted August 4, 2003 Posted August 4, 2003 i've been considering going to a dojo which is part of the world oyama karate group in the us, founded by mas oyama. i was wondering, what style of karate do these dojos teach, or is oyama karate a style in it of itself, and if so what style did it originate from? also how does it compare to other styles of karate, namely okinawan karate?
Knockdown Posted August 4, 2003 Posted August 4, 2003 World Oyama Karate is the name of the style. Founded by Shigeru Oyama around 20 years ago. Stylistically very similar to Kyokushin. Shigeru Oyama was one of the early Kyokushin people, but broke away from the main Kyokushin organization. He was not related to masutatsu Oyama by blood. anyway he runs World Oyama with his brother . for more information on the style, go to: http://www.brooknet.com/oyama/index.html which will answer some of your questions. they inclide some weapons training such as Nunchaku, Sai and Bo. simialr kata as kyokushin and a couple of forms unique to their style. I have watched a few classes and watched some of their competitions. If you are looking for Knockdown training, you will probably be pretty happy. good stuff. Paul
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