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Posts tagged self defense

Best Karate Defense Is To Not Be There

I have a habit of surfing Karate blogs, Karate websites…heck pretty much anything to do with Karate I typically end up following the links!
I have always stated that I practice Uechi-ryu Karate for self-defense, I am not against competition; I just choose not to focus on that element.
The endless debate of what the best system [...]

Where does Self Defense Start (Part 2)

I love training in the dojo; but understand that there are realistic limitations to this environment.
At 6:30 on a Monday evening you head onto the dojo floor; you have been waiting for the class all weekend…it feels good to be warming up in preparation for tonight’s class. Everything goes well, your kata look good with [...]

Where does Self Defense Start (Part 1)

I received a question a few days ago via email and I have been mulling over a reply ever since.
I was asked when is the best time to introduce self defense in the dojo….shouldn’t it be from the first class?
I understood the question though, when does one start teaching true defensive skill as opposed [...]