I come to you with only Karate, empty hands. I have no weapons, but should I be forced to defend myself, my principles or my honor, should it be a matter or life or death, or right or wrong, then here are my weapons, Karate, My empty hands.

Words from Shorin-Ryu Karate Association – The Soul of Karate

Karate Class News

Thoughts from Class – 6/18/2022

Thoughts from Class – 6/18/2022

After our meditation period of our Karate practice, Sensei Gary shared a conversation of a friend in reference to the daily stresses brought about by interations of work, family, and current events. These stresses can affect the mental health of in a cummulative and acute way. In his conversation, there were 3 daily practices that can help with mitigating these adverse forces.

Escrima Training with Rick Ishikawa

Escrima Training with Rick Ishikawa

Today, we had the good fortune of having Rick Ishikawa present some basic Escrima and Knife training. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZbThdI4JlSk Basic defense against a knife, armed with a stick. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n7QPllAJuRA Knife block with counter #1...

Thoughts from Sensei Gary

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