There Are No White Belt Katas - Zen and the Fishbowl
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There are no white belt or black belt katas; there are just katas performed at a white belt or black belt level.
Karate in the Real World
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I’m an adult now and in university, and I’m seeing more and more how my training has been preparing me for the real world. Convenience never makes survivors. And that is the goal of learning classical martial arts, to refine yourself—body, mind, spirit.
Action, Satisfaction, Wellness: What Tai Chi Means to Me
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Post by Kurt Halfyard T’ai chi ch’uan, The Grand Ultimate Fist, and energy work in general have altered all aspects of my life and philosophy.
Goju Ryu Karate in Mississauga · A History of Karate Series
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The history of Goju Ryu is indeed complex, and it appears as though the art becomes changed (whether for better or worse, based on any number of measures) over time as it is passed down. This was my first hint at the link to biological evolution.
Conclusions and References to the History of Karate Series
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The split of martial arts into a ‘modern version’ and a ‘classical version’ is inevitable. If the classical versions are to be preserved, it must be done independently, with a concerted effort.
The Evolution of Goju Ryu · History of Karate Series Part 3/3
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After the War, Goju Ryu spread across North America and the world.
The Creation of Goju Ryu · History of Karate Series Part 2/3
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In Okinawa, there were three basic styles of martial arts named after the towns they were developed in: Naha-te, Shuri-te and Tomari-te. Goju-ryu ultimately developed from Naha-te. These styles developed in Okinawa in the 19th century from the Fujian province in southern China.
The Roots of Goju Ryu · History of Karate Series Part 1/3
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The history of the exact style of Goju Ryu karate-do we train in CMAC is complex. Ultimately, its roots are from Chinese styles of martial arts which have been refined and tested in battle for thousands of years.
Sensei’s Stories: Rocks in the River - Zen and the Fishbowl
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How many of us have gotten so comfortable holding on to our rock that we’re too scared to let go and experience the broader world around us? What more might we experience as a result of doing so? The possibilities are endless.
A Personal Compassion Project
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For me, that curiosity represents the first step toward understanding another person’s perspective, and it’s that understanding that enables compassion.
