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Sensei Raistrick
 Oct 28, 07 - 2:27 PM |
A Reminder - Why is Kata Important ?
A Reminder - Why is Kata Important? Kata must be the foundation of karate training. It allows one to share a pool of knowledge with the greatest karate-ka of the past, and present. The kanji (Chinese character) for kata can be interpreted as a pictograph representing a bamboo lattice window. Sunlight can shine through such a window leaving a pattern, which is defined not only by light, but also the presence of shade. Each kata represents an archived library of self defence techniques. Therefore, kata demands techniques executed with precision and power. It trains the body to strike from different stances and different orientations, as is always the case in kumite. Kata trains one to move quickly, to use precise and stable stances for the execution of solid techniques. Without this ability one will be unable to control an opponent during battle. Furthermore, if one cannot execute precise and powerful technique in kata, it will definitely not happen in the heat and chaos of kumite. The application (bunkai) of all kata moves must be understood and practiced. Visualization of the opponent for all moves is essential. This will bring life to kata. As one approaches black belt, kata must begin to feel like it is a true expression of oneself, presenting all inner and outer attributes. Therefore, when kata is performed, the presence of kiai demands the attention of onlookers. As kata is practiced year after year, some of the more difficult techniques and subtleties begin to emerge into one's fighting. This acts as a source of continual growth for advanced karate-ka. The integration of techniques acquired from kata into one’s fighting provide a challenge that will easily fill a lifetime. It requires both a combination of physical mastery and the possession of a calm mind amidst the storm of battle. Shukokai / ****o-Ryu kata encompasses many of the kata of both Goju and Shotokan. This is because the founder of ****o-Ryu (Mabuni Sensei) studied under both Itosu (who taught Funakoshi – founder of Shotokan) and Higaonna (who taught Miyagi – founder of Goju). This is important as the two lines of kata generally have different attributes. The Itosu line of kata tends to be more linear, hard fast kata. The Higaonna line of kata tends to involve more circular technique with close-in fighting. Therefore the combination of studying these two sets of kata allows for a complete understanding of power, speed, and distance, together with fluid circular motions aimed at close-in technique. It is not important how many kata you know but how well you understand and do the ones you do know. Over time, you should be able to recognise most traditional kata even if you cannot perform them The style of Shukokai follow a similar group of kata practiced in ****o-ryu. This reminder is given to you to expand and refresh your knowledge and cause debate in your groups. |
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jo
Oct 30th, 2007 - 2:18 PM |
Re: A Reminder - Why is Kata Important ?
I have mixed feelings about Kata although now i realize it lays the foundations it is important and vital for my style of karate stances,fighting, self-defence,ect. When i first started training i hated kata i did because it was what i had to do for my grade that's was it i wasn't interested in kata at all mainly because i didn't understand it and still don't in some respects. but now my opinions have changed some what (A) Ive karate knowledge has grown since i first started (B) being injured and watching from the sidelines with fighting ,pad work and training properly get taken away and you have to do different lighter training you see things differently. I have a lot more interest in Kata now than i did in the beginning even thought it still don't really understand it it means more to me now than just a thing i do to pass my grade. bunkai helps me understand a bit better because i can break down the kata into stages or move by move and try to see why I'm doing the move I'm doing and why it is effective. I also think even though some beginners and young kids get bored of kata and find it hard or repetitive i think it should be done every lesson and not just now and again near grade time. That way the persons standard of kata will progress and improve, and to do bunkai from early grades to help people understand why they are doing what thy are doing while performing kata. and not so they just do it because they think it a bunch of moves they put together to pass there grading  p.s i still love fighting and pad work more tho 
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