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解裁の原理 (Kaisai no Genri)
The hidden logic of 解裁の原理 (Kaisai no Genri), the traditional framework of rules used in karate to "...decode and extract the practical (Ōyō (applications) hidden within solo kata."These 'rules' were...
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Training and understanding Karatedō from a Budō/Bujutsu perspective: REAL...
When one understands practices Karatedō from a Budō/Bujutsu perspective, their mentality and training will differ significantly. Let’s begin with 組手 (Kumite), followed by 型 (Kata) and, conclude with 基本...
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八歩捌き The 8 Directions of Movement (Happō Sabaki)
八歩捌き The 8 Directions of Movement (Happō Sabaki)Karate utilizes a concept called Happō Sabaki (eight-direction movement) to visualize defensive angles. Imagine standing in the center of a...
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Supplementary Practices
I am often asked the questions: "How can I accelerate my improvement in karate?" and "How can I iron out a (particular) bad habit?" The answer to this is to iron out weaknesses 'outside of your...
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Trainees from the Caribbean (Saint Lucia)
Three karateka from Saint Lucia, in the Caribbean, just completed four days of Renshusei training: Mario Juan Lans (3rd Dan) Sensei, Randall Bain (3rd Dan) Sensei and Richard Chenery Felix (2nd...
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The 'Core Essential Kihon'
Today rather than write too much I decided to simply post some pictures from today's training, which was dedicated to the CORE ESSENTIAL KIHON. I concluded with ENPI KATA.Best wishes and positive...
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A few tips for the 指定型 (Shitei-gata)
Regularly I receive technical questions domestically, here in Japan, and from around the world. Today I felt compelled to answer a few about the 指定型 (Shitei-gata) and offer some advice.Please keep in...
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平安五段 (Heian Godan) Kata
A bit of extra training outside of the dōjo today focused on 平安五段 (Heian Godan) Kata. Especially keep in mind the utilization of the 'Mizu nagare' action as an arm bar following an impact; the arm lock...
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My current training regime: General Overview/Base Plan (日本語)
You can click to enlarge for easier viewing. ©️ André Bertel. Oita City, Japan (2026).André Bertel IKS Technical Director Email: iksjapanhq@gmail.com Homepage: www.andrebertel.blogspot.com YouTube:...
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九月の空手道自主稽古 (Kugatsu no karate jishu keikō) — "September Karate-Dō self-training"
九月の空手道自主稽古 (Kugatsu no karate jishu keikō) — "September Karate-Dō self-training".Here is my current 'general' daily self-training, which is primarily focused on the fine details of old-school...
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Kata is the Heart of Karatedō
Four of ‘The Seven Core Kata’ of Shōtōkan-Ryu was the focus of my training today. These were:① 十手 (Jitte);② 半月 (Hangetsu) also known as セイシャン ‘Seishan’ and "...originally a variation of the 十三 ‘Sesan’...
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空手の修業は一生である
Irrespective of the height of one's Dan, Qualifications, and competitive victories, I've been reminded of one of Funakoshi Sensei's 20 precepts: "Karate is a lifelong pursuit".空手の修業は一生であるHitotsu,...
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Correct understanding of the 順路 (Junro) 'kata'
One of the most confused series of 'kata' are undoubtedly the five 順路 (Junro). Please note my emphasis on 'kata' here...Looking at the way people practice and teach them usually makes me cringe. The...
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The 太極 (Taikyoku) Connection...
Practice today was focused on two kata:観空小(Kanku Shō) and拔塞(Bassai Dai).For those of you who have personally trained here as Renshusei, or at seminar's here in Japan and/or around the world, you will...
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‘Variable intensity’ karate trainings
Today, my self-training session comprised of the 平安型 (Heian Kata). From these kata I selected individual waza and renzokuwaza for my 基本 (Kihon) and 組手 (Kumite) practice. I then worked on classical...
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Seminar in Calw, Germany: FEBRUARY 2027
50thAnniversary ofSKDCalwe.V.TECNICAL SEMINARWithAndréBertel Shihan (8th DAN)Direct from Oita City, JAPANDates:1. Saturday, February 13th 2. Sunday, February 14th, 2027Venue:Calw,...
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20th Anniversary of Asai Tetsuhiko Sensei’s passing
Today marks the 20th Anniversary of 浅井哲彦先生 (Asai Tetsuhiko Sensei’s) passing.I’d like to take this opportunity to remember him with deep appreciation for his Karate teachings and personal guidance.Us,...
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抜塞小 (Bassai Shō): Part 2
Below are images from self-training today, which again primarily focused on 抜塞小 (Bassai Shō) Kata. The pictures are followed by an overview of each action in the kata in both NIHONGO and ROMANJI.For...
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Bassai Sho
基本 (KIHON): Today’s training focused on 蹴り技 (Keriwaza). To be specific, the leg techniques specially extracted from the five 平安型 (Heian Kata).These include 横蹴り蹴上げ (yoko-geri keage); 前蹴り蹴上げ (mae-geri...
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Renshusei from Paris, France: Fabio Alexia Iannuzzella
Fabio Iannuzzella Sensei and Alexia Iannuzzella Sensei returned for Renshusei training, but this time with their young and very cute daughter.So much was covered while they were here in Oita City, so I...
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