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Tag Archives: Okinawa
The Grand Master
Here’s a nice article about my sensei, Ed DeCosta from a local newspaper. I mentioned his promotion to 9th-dan recently, and you can read more by following the link below. Congratulations to Ed and the others who earned promotions as … Continue reading
Kanshiwa Kata
Here’s the second kata in Shohei-ryu Karate as performed by yours truly. Questions and comments are welcome, as always. Thanks!
Posted in Affiliates, Karate
Tagged Gracie Farmington Valley, karate, Kata, martial arts, Okinawa, shohei-ryu, Uechi-Ryu
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The Three Main Katas
As Uechi-Ryu/Shohei-Ryu students know, Master Uechi brought three katas to Okinawa from China after returning to his homeland. We tend to focus on these katas more than others for good reason: they are the foundation of our style, and everything … Continue reading
Posted in Karate, Philosophy
Tagged Kanbun Uechi, karate, Kata, martial arts, Okinawa, sanchin, shohei-ryu, Uechi-Ryu
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New Website, First Draft
Hi, Everyone: After discussing names and other options with readers, I present to you the first draft of our new website. I hope you like it! You should see a new, broader focus on collaboration on this blog and a … Continue reading
Website Redesign Coming Soon
I’ve been thinking of revamping the site for awhile now, and I am looking for a little input. What are some design elements or features you would like to add or subtract from this blog? How can I make it … Continue reading
Pangai-Noon
Here’s a video I watched as a basis for a little self-study project. I know that the fighting style, Pangai-Noon, is the origin of Uechi-Ryu and Shohei-Ryu. It’s what Kanbun Uechi studied on mainland China. I know that it’s much … Continue reading
Posted in History, Karate
Tagged China, Kanbun Uechi, karate, Okinawa, Pangai-Noon, shohei-ryu, Uechi-Ryu
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