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Gert Corfitzen Jürgensen

Hi, I’m Gert Corfitzen Jürgensen

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Three levels of bunkai

Bunkai means "to break down", and thus describes the whole process that lies in breaking down and understanding the application of the techniques in a Kata; we simply peel a ...

Ryukyuan Caste System

Hierarchy in the Ryukyu Kingdom - A Complex Caste System. The Ryukyu Kingdom, a historical gem situated in the captivating landscapes of what is now Okinawa, Japan, was characterized by ...

The effect of yelling

Screaming and vocalization play a significant role in various sports, including martial arts. In disciplines such as karate or kung fu, screaming during strikes is a common practice believed to ...