The Naihanchi Kata The Naihanchi Kata is a very old Kata, which can be found in many different styles and
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”
Pinan (Heian) Kata – The way we do it
The Pinan/Heian (平安) Kata Itosu Anko created the Pinan Kata for use in the Okinawan Elementary School around 1900. The
Kihon Kata – The way we do it
The Taikyoku Kata Gichin Funakoshi and his son Yoshitaka “Gigo” Funakoshi, are said to be the creator of the Taikyoku
New photograph of Itosu Ankō
Re-examination of the Itosu Ankō photo Only a few karate masters have had as much influence on karate development as
Tsumasaki-geri
Tsumasaki-geri is a kick with the tip of the toes. Some would argue that this is the right way to
Tsuki – The way I do it
Once I was asked, why I do my Punch the way I do. Most often, my Tsuki (Punch) resembles a
The use of Hikite
To achieve the full power of a punch, it is essential that both arms cooperate, that is usually what you
