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Kihon (Basics)

Genbu-Kai training begins with basic (Kihon Shu) techniques. Training must adhere to learning correct kihon techniques. This is the foundation of Genbu-Kai Karate-Do training ("Shu"). Basics contain an infinite amount of mystery. If you do not understand the true meaning of technique and applications, you will not know this mystery.

Karate is a defensive art (in karate there is no first strike) and so it follows that there are defenses locked within seemingly intricate moves. The basic blocks that all beginning karate students learn, contain these moves. It is the mastery of the application of these blocks which can take years. There are five blocks, or types of defense. Everything else flows from these defenses.

These are:

1. Up and Down Stretch
2. Force Against Force
3. Using the Opponent's Own Power Against Him
4. Change Body
5. Simultaneous Block and Attack

Other basic techniques studies include kicking and striking techniques.

Kumite (Sparring)

In kumite, or sparring, the objective is not merely to defeat the opponent, but to test oneself against that opponent. This is the test to self. To observe the opponent, absorb their action, to break their timing, and to transform all this into a winning counterstrike. Again, BOLDNESS. To hesitate is to lose. There is no time for thought. The athlete must execute at the proper moment with a speed born of trained reflexive action. To attack, is boldness. There is no room for fear, injury, or of loss. This is spirit. Learn more....

Shito-ryu Kata

Kata is prearranged sequences of movements, performed against imaginary opponents. The successful competitor performs his kata with confidence and spirit.Concentration, rhythm change, continuous movements, power, speed and beauty, grandeur, composure, dignity, fast reflexes, and quick movements are all aspects of kata to develop.

Kata contains all of the elements essential for exercising the whole body. By practicing kata continuously, one realizes the real meaning of karate techniques. Some of the major points in evaluating the performance of the athlete are the following: concentration and strength, correct order of movements and a clear expression of the technique.

This program blends Shito-ryu Karate, Daito-ryu Aiki Jujutsu, and Motobu-ryu Udun-di Okinawan Tuite, using pressure points and joint manipulation for a complete self-defense curriculum.

Along with our striking and incapacitating techniques of Karate, our program is also characterized by throws, wrist locks, circular movements, and holding type techniques to control, subdue, and immobilize an attacker.

We do teach that it is better to avoid trouble if at all possible, however, if it is unavoidable, our students will be better prepared in a self defense situation after sufficient training.

Traditional Okinawan and Japanese Martial Arts have a proven track record and is known around the world for its self-defense ability.