Karate

Key Benefits

•  Fitness and flexibility
•  Discipline/strength of mind
•  Confidence

Introduction

Karate can be broadly separated into three main aspects, Kihon, Kumite, and Kata, all of which are important, but many say that Kata is the 'heart' of Karate.

Shoto-Ryu practises around 30 Karate Kata, of varying origins, although many of them are very similar to those practised by Shoto-Kai and Shoto-Kan.

Click here to see the translations and origins of the various kata.

Shoto-Ryu Karateka perform Kata with shoulders and upper arms relaxed, but fists clenched tightly.

Kata is usually performed either in groups or on one's own, although it should also be practised against an opponent to increase understanding of the moves being performed (see left).

Shoto-Ryu does not enter into competitions, so there are no rules applied in Kumite.  However, it is still a practise and control is exercised at all times.

• Shoto Ryu Karate Kata •

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