Kata
Kata Translated means Form. Kata is made up of imaginary combats against, in most cases, relatively slow moving, real or imaginary opponents. Kata is constructed of sequences of basic, intermediate, and advanced techniques, which are meant to be performed with technical accuracy. Kata is practiced as much for perfecting techniques as well as for appreciative experience derived from movements. All Kata must begin and end with a bow to the masters and his assistants.
Remember: Do not go ahead in your kata! Use these links to practice what you have been taught only.
- Ten No Kata Omote Shodan – Universal Prepatory Kata, 1st Stage
- Takiuku Shodan – First Cause, First Stage
- Takiuki Shodan-Dai – First Cause, First Stage Advanced
- Takiuku Nidan – First Cause, Second Stage
- Takiuku Sandan – First Cause, Third Stage
- Uke Kata – Block Form
- Heian Shodan – Peaceful Mind, First Stage
- Heian Nidan – Peaceful Mind, Second Stage
- Wakai Yushi – Young Warrior
- Sanchin Kata – Mind, Body & Spirit
- Tatakai Tamashi – Fighting Spirit
- Komichi Kata – Pathway
- Heian Sandan – Peaceful Mind, Third Stage
- Heian Yandan – Peaceful Mind, Fourth Stage
- Heian Godan – Peaceful Mind, Fifth Stage
- Seiuchin Kata – Calm Before the Storm
- Naihanchin Kata – Iron Horse
- Tsuki No – Luck & Fortune
- Seisan – Thirteen Steps
- Shimpa
- Bassai-dai – to penetrate a fortress
- Matsukazi – Wind in the Pines
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