A kata is much like a family mewl that has passed down through generations. It holds a significance that is difficult to decipher, and many dispute the meaning of every micro movement it contains. We are thrilled to present a two-volume book on this subject. If katas are learning tools that pass down knowledge of a valued art, then the authors included in this anthology can certainly facilitate the learning process for all interested in karate. Each author has excellent experience in the field, having studied directly under masters, often in Okinawa. In addition to their long years of...
A kata is much like a family mewl that has passed down through generations. It holds a significance that is difficult to decipher, and many dispute th...
Explains the underlying martial principles (bunkai) of the classical forms (kata) of Goju-Ryu karate. Giles Hopkins draws on more than forty years of experience in the martial arts to dive deeply into the classical kata, or forms, of the Goju-Ryu karate system. Unlike some karate manuals that attempt to cover every aspect of karate training, from how to tie a belt to supplementary strength training, Hopkins focuses almost entirely on the bunkai or self-defense applications of the Goju-ryu kata. Arguing against the commonly held notion that kata techniques can have multiple...
Explains the underlying martial principles (bunkai) of the classical forms (kata) of Goju-Ryu karate. Giles Hopkins draws on more than fort...