Here are a few videos from our ISKA instructors.
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Shimei
A kata created by ISKA Founder, Hanshi Vincent Cruz ISKA founder, Hanshi Vincent Cruz created a whole series of different kata. One of his favorites was a kata called, "Shimei," meaning "life" or "death," implying one's ultimate fate or destiny. We have selected the kanji 「死命」but it is not certain that this is the kanji and intended meaning that Hanshi Cruz had, or if he even used kanji for it at all.
It is a very short, compact kata, with a linear embusen pattern, so it is easy to learn, yet difficult to master. Watch the video below to learn more about this little gem of a kata that has a special place in ISKA history. At the end of the video, Hanshi Llewelyn discusses what he knows about the history, meaning, and intention of the kata. |
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Gojushiho Sho
Featuring signature 'Ryuun no uke' technique Hanshi Rick Llewelyn performs Gojushiho Sho, featuring the "flowing cloud hand block."
Click here for description of each technique, and the Japanese terminology. |
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2017 ISKA Year in Review
A look back at activities from 2017.
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Gojushiho Dai
Featuring signature 'Keito-Uke' technique Hanshi Rick Llewelyn performs one of the tougher Shotokan Katas to master, Gojushiho Dai. Similar to it's partner kata, Gojushiho Sho, the "Dai" kata features Keito-Uke ("chicken head wrist block") and ippon nukite (single finger strike) from cat stance.
Core control and pressure down in the stance is critical to performing these techniques well. For the left leg stability in the cat stance, single leg box squats can be a helpful strength development tool, since the left quad and glute are emphasized in this kata. Click here for description of each technique, and the Japanese terminology.
And be sure to check out Sensei Ian Abernathy's creative bunkai application ideas: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RnOsKGSARdQ |
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Junro Nidan
An Asai Kata, famous for spinning moves Hanshi Rick Llewelyn performs Asai Sensei's Junro Nidan at the 2016 ISKA Sierra Camp in August.
This kata contains many spinning and shifting movements requiring tight core control and precise balance. It is an excellent kata for developing sen-no-sen (block and strike at same time) techniques and working on contraction and expansion. |
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Ji'in
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Kitei
Kata used in 'Fukugo' style competition Performed by Sensei Kevin Little at the Fremont Shotokan Karate Black Belt Tournament on Sunday, May 15, 2016.
Kitei was created by Master Nishiyama with the assistance of Goju Master Kisak and Shito Master Mabuni* and combines elements from Shotokan, Goju-Ryu, and Shito-Ryu for use in Fukugo style tournament competition. *Source: Avi Rokah Blog |
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Agility Ladder Drills
Modern training tools for improving Kata and Kumite performance Sensei Laura Lorenz demonstrates using the agility ladder to work on footwork, timing, peripheral vision, and athleticism for Kata, Kumite, and general fitness.
21 different exercise are presented that focus on the musculature of the legs and core with tips for performing each exercise optimally. Can be used as a warm up in the dojo or to get your muscles loose before tournament competition. |
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Other Videos
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Special Presentation of Nijushiho Bunkai Concepts from Sensei Michael O'Connor
6th dan with the KUGB |
Hanshi Rick Llewelyn performing
Asai's Suishu kata. |
2014 Beach Training montage, courtesy of Nippon Kempo Karate in Sacramento.
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Sensei John Leggett teaching
Jion at Sierra Camp. |
2014 Beach Training
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Sensei Steve Oliver performing
Cruz's Instance 1 Kata. |
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Sensei Steve Oliver performing
Cruz's Instance 2 Kata. |
Kata created by Hanshi Cruz, Shimei.
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Hanshi Llewelyn teaching Chinte Kata
at Sierra Camp. |
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Hanshi Sharifi Seminar.
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Hanshi Sharifi Seminar.
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Hanshi Sharifi and Sensei Llewelyn, circa 1986.
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