- Karate - Wikipedia
Karate (空手) ( kəˈrɑːti ; Japanese pronunciation: [kaɾate] ⓘ; Okinawan pronunciation: [kaɾati]), also karate-do (空手道, Karate-dō), is a martial art developed in the Ryukyu Kingdom
- Karate | Origin, Description, History | Britannica
Karate, unarmed martial-arts discipline employing kicking, striking, and defensive blocking with arms and legs, with an emphasis on concentrating as much of the body’s power as possible at the point and instant of impact Learn more about the techniques and history of karate in this article
- 13 Main Karate Styles and Their Differences - The Karate Blog
Even the basic Karate style that Gichin Funakoshi brought from Okinawa to Japan has morphed into something new Now, not even 100 years later, various different types of Karate are practiced around the world Let’s look at their differences
- What is Karate? - Karate of Stanford
Shotokan Karate is a weaponless martial art developed in Okinawa and Japan that emphasizes power and efficiency in combat Training is based on the Shotokan trinity: kihon (basics), kata (forms), and kumite (sparring)
- How to Teach Yourself the Basics of Karate: 12 Steps - wikiHow
Karate in its modern form was established around 400 years ago in Japan, with its roots mainly derived from Chinese Kung Fu See Step 1 below to start teaching yourself the basics of this art form
- Karate Explained: History, Styles, and How to Start Training
Karate: from its origins in Okinawa to popular styles like Shotokan Kyokushin Learn what to expect in classes, basic techniques, gear, and key benefits
- Karate History: Timeline How it started - SportsFoundation
As Karate continues to evolve, it remains a unifying force for practitioners across borders, reinforcing its cultural importance and historical roots To explore the origins and the individual credited with inventing karate, visit our article on who invented karate
- Karate: History and Origins - Martial Arts History Museum
Karate is characterized by linear kicking, blocking and punching techniques executed by strong stances It is an artform that uses powerful movements The historical origin of martial arts movements can be traced by to the warrior traditions of the Samurai
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