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Gert Corfitzen Jürgensen

Hi, I’m Gert Corfitzen Jürgensen

Martial Arts Researcher
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Pinan or Heian

What should we call the five basic Kata from Itosu? Pinan or Heian? Itosu Ankō, the creator of the Pinan Kata. Itosu was raised in a strict home of the ...

The Naihanchi Kata

The Naihanchi Kata is a very old Kata, which can be found in many different styles and variations. The special thing about this Kata is the movement in a straight ...

Tai Kitae – Body Conditioning

Body Conditioning in Okinawan Martial Arts. Okinawan martial arts are renowned for their comprehensive approach to training, which encompasses not only technique and strategy but also physical conditioning. A crucial ...