Each Karate class at our school is slightly different.\u00a0 We are lucky to have many talented, experienced instructors and each have their own personal style of teaching.\u00a0 However, the overall curriculum is primarily composed of these three major components:<\/p>\n
Kihon is the study of basic punches, kicks and blocks.\u00a0 They are practiced in combination and repeated over and over.\u00a0 Practice makes permanent, so we stress proper execution of every technique, not just repetition of sloppy technique over and over again.\u00a0 Almost every class will include some form of kihon practice.\u00a0 At the beginning stage, we cover 5 basic blocks, 3 basic kicks, a punch and a basic front stance.\u00a0 Together, these make up the ‘alphabet’ of your karate vocabulary.\u00a0 Learning these techniques well is essential for progress.\u00a0 Once you have these building blocks in place, you can string them together and begin to apply them.<\/p>\n
These are set patterns of punches, blocks and kicks that are preformed in predetermined order.\u00a0 Students use these to build balance, speed and power in a safe manner.\u00a0 Kata is also an excellent tool for coordination and refinement of the kihon (basic techniques).\u00a0 At a higher level, kata is used to teach self defense movements.\u00a0 Our kata have been handed down for nearly 100 years and are considered both an important training tool and a way to preserve and pass on our particular style of Karate.<\/p>\n
This training includes many variations, but is primarily controlled free fighting practice with another student.\u00a0 With the introduction of a live, moving target, students are able to add another dimension to their training.\u00a0 Sparring is always done in a very safe, controlled environment with an appropriate partner.\u00a0 Little or no contact is allowed at the beginning level and is gradually increased as the student progresses.\u00a0 Speed, power, timing and fighting spirit are all developed through kumite practice.<\/p>\n
Together, these three elements form the basis of our curriculum – Kihon, Kata, and Kumite.<\/p>\n
To learn more, please call or visit our dojo today.<\/p>\n
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