Shito-Ryu Katas You may be asking yourself, what is kata? Kata has been described as simulated fighting, as one locked into mortal combat with a dangerous enemy, and one seeking perfection in their karate techniques. Kata is all of this and more. Kata is the heart and soul of Karate-Do. Without kata we are no better than street fighters with no history, lineage, or art to pass on to the next generation. Karate is alive and well today because of kata and the dedication of those that passed it along to their students. Kata was handed down from one generation of karateka to the next. In its history, karate training was forbidden by law and it was an executable offense if one was caught training in karate. Many karate masters risked their very lives as they trained in darkness and in secret so that Karate could continue. Kata is the most difficult part of karate training. It requires a student to work on perfecting technique, power, kime, zanshin, kiai, embusen, breathing, and much more. In addition, each kata has bunkai which is the actual application of the kata fighting techniques. Many hours can be spent on learning the kata, bunkai and its defense and counter attack techniques. A kata that is well performed is a work of art and the student that understands and performs the bunkai well, understands the battle within the battle. For kata is not just a series of moves linked together, it is a series of battles won or lost by the karatekas understanding of the kata. Shuri-te Shuri-te Kata Name Translation Pinan 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 Way of Peace; literally 'Great Peace', sometimes translated as 'Calm Mind' or 'Peaceful Mind' Naifanchi 1, 2, 3 Iron Horse Chinte Incredible Hands. Chinto Crane on a Rock. Wanshu Flying Swallow. Jiin Named after the Saint. Jion Named after the Temple. Jitte Ten Hands. Kushanku-Dai Viewing the Sky (major version). Kushanku-Sho Viewing the Sky (minor version). Shiho-Kushanku Viewing the Sky (four directions). Bassai-Dai To penetrate (storm) a fortress (major version). Bassai-Sho To penetrate (storm) a fortress (minor version). Gojushiho 54 Steps/Techniques. Itosu Rohai 1, 2, 3 Mirror of the Soul/Clear Mirror. Naha-te Naha-te Kata Name Translation • # Kata created by Chojun Miyagi Sensei • * Not taught by Kenwa Mabuni Sensei, now used by many Shito-Ryu schools Seisan Half moon (Thirteen). Sanchin Three battles. The three generally accepted as being the body, mind and spirit. Saifa Tearing. Sanseiru Written in Chinese characters, is the number 36, and is also referred to as the Dragon Kata. Shisochin Four peaceful facing. Seienchin Marching far quietly or pulling. Kururunfa Forever stops, peaceful and tearing. Seipai Is the number 18. Superinpei The 108 hands. Tensho*# Flowing Hands. Sochin Preserve Peace. Niseishi 24 Steps/Techniques. Unsu Hands of a Cloud. Gekisai Dai-Ichi*# Attack and Smash 1. Gekisai Dai-Ni*# Attack and Smash 2. Yudansha Kata Rank Kata Name 2 Shodan Naifanchin Sandan, (Itosu) Bassai Sho, Seipai, Kushanku Sho Nidan Chinte, Matsumura Bassai, Seisan, Chinto, Shiho Kushanku Sandan Nipaipo, Kururunfa, Superinpei (a.k.a. Pechurin) Yondan & above Itosu Rohai Nidan, Itosu Rohai Sandan, Shisochin, Aragaki Sochin, Sanseiru, Gojushiho, Unshu (a.k.a. Unsu), Matsumura Seisan Additional Kata by creator Seisho Aragaki (a.k.a. Arakaki) Tomari Wanshu, Tomari Bassai Go Kenki Hakutsuru, Hakucho, Paipuren Chatan Yara Kusanku Chotoku Kyan Annanko (a.k.a. Annanku) Kenwa Mabuni Miyojo, Shinpa, Matsukaze, Shinsei, Shinsei Ni Additional Kata Annan, Tomari Chinto, Kuniyoshi Kusanku, Oyadomari Kusanku, Pachu, Heiku, Paiku, Ohan Karate • • • • • • •. Shito Ryu is one of the four major karate styles in the world and this is a complete presentation of the katas of the style. Created and developed by Grandmaster Kenwa Mabuni, Shito Ryu mixes the traditions and experiences of the ancient schools of Naha, Shuri and Tomari with a practical approach to self-defense. Demonstrated by Sensei Kunio Miyake, this 5 DVD set explores the Kata and the “bunkai” principles of the style, including hundreds of applications for all the forms of the system. This is definitely a masterclass piece of valuable information. This series has a great deal to offer to all Karate-do students, from beginner to black belt level, as well as being a unique and enjoyable way to learn the from the basic kata Pin An (Heian) series to the more advanced forms of the Shito Ryu style. It is a true gem by one of the best Shito Ryu masters of our time. Home » Products » All Kata of Shito Ryu Karate DVD 1. 10% off all Gis and Belts this weekend! All orders over $125 automatically receive free shipping. Shito-Ryu Katas. You may be asking yourself, what is kata? Kata has been described as simulated fighting, as one locked into mortal combat with a dangerous enemy, and. It includes many detailed techniques and comprehensive information that will vastly improve the practitioner’s ability to perform and understand the traditional kata of the Shito Ryu style. Some of the Kata featured in the 5 DVD set of this series are: Pinan Shodan, Pinan Nidan, Pinan Sandan Pinan Yondan, Pinan Godan, Matsumura No Bassai, Seipai, Seiru (Juroku), Matsumura No Rohai, Bassai Dai, Bassai Sho, Matsukade, Seienchin, Kururunfa, Wanshu, Jitte, Niseshi, Seisan, Tomari No Bassai, etc.
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