Rules about the Embusen (Line of movement) First, we need to define the term “Kiten”. Wikipedia says: .. “nearly all
Author: Gert Corfitzen Jürgensen
Hi everyone, My name is Gert Corfitzen Jürgensen, and this is my personal blog about Karate.
I made this blog out of interest in research and study of old-school Karate and Kobudo, including the history, origins, evolution, and tactical application theories.
I started my Karate career back in August 1981 at the age of 17. Although I am best known for Karate, I also trained Wing Tsun, Kickboxing, Judo, Kenpo, Tai Chi among others. However, the main focus has always been on Karate.
My interpretation of Karate focuses on the practical application of Karate as self-defense, Jissen Karate Jutsu.
This blog is for everyone who focuses on Kumite techniques, as well as Kata Bunkai. Thoughts, ideas, references, analysis, and drills.
Please join my Karate journey.
“It’s not a style, it’s open-minded Okinawan Karate. It’s old-style MMA”
My interpretation: Shuto-uke
This article is about an alternative approach to the basic block Shuto-uke. The well-known basic use of Shuto-uke. My interpretation:
My interpretation: Gedan-barai
This article is about an alternative approach to the basic block Gedan-barai. The well-known basic use of Gedan-barai. Everybody knows
My interpretation: Uchi-uke
This article is about an alternative approach to the basic block Uchi-uke. The well-known basic use of Uchi-uke. Everybody knows
My interpretation: Soto-uke
This article is about an alternative approach to the basic block Soto-uke. The well-known basic use of Soto-uke. Everybody knows
My interpretation: Age-uke
In this article and the upcoming five articles, I will show some alternative approaches to basic blocking techniques. Here I
Lifestyle Karate – Part 2
The invisible bond – The way of life! In Japan, they have a concept called Giri (duty, sense of duty,
Lifestyle Karate – Part 1
After practicing Karate for many years, it becomes a part of one’s life. Thus, Karate is no longer a physical
Ball- or heel turn in karate
Now and then, I get this question from a student: “Which part of the foot should we use as a
Naihanchi – The way we do it
The Naihanchi Kata The Naihanchi Kata is a very old Kata, which can be found in many different styles and
