ISSHIN-RYU KARATE
Isshin-ryu Karate is a kind of Okinawan karate that was founded by Shimabuku Tatsuo. It is basically a synthesis of Shorin-ryu and Goju-ryu karate, as well as kobudo. In its literal translation, Isshin-ryu means “one heart method.” Since 1989, a total of 336 branches of Isshin-ryu are in existence across the globe, the majority of which are concentrated in the US. After the passing of Shimabuku on the 30th of May 1975, several variations of this style were formed.
Shimabuku Tatsuo is a native of Okinawa, Japan, who studied the systems of both Shorin-ryu and Goju-ryu. He started training under his uncle Kamasu Chan, and then under Chotoku Kiyan. He also studied karate under Chojun Miyagi starting 1936 and Choki Motobu by 1938. In 1959, he studied Ryukyu Kobudo under Taira Shinken and Yabiku Moden.
Eventually, from the techniques of the different styles he had learned, he formed a new art and called it Isshin-ryu on the 15th of January 1956. It emphasises on close-in techniques essential for self-protection. The fist end of an Isshin-ryu punch is in a vertical position, instead of a palm-down position in most karate styles.
The Isshin-ryu system is summarised in its kata (formal practise methods) and particular techniques used to punch and kick. In a lot of the numerous forms of Isshin-ryu, fourteen kata are agreed upon as comprising the system. Visit here for info on USB sticks and other hardware.
Listed in order of learning progression, it is composed of eight empty-handed kata (Seisan, Seiuchin, Naihanchi, Wansu, Chinto, Kusanku, Sunsu, and Sanchin), three bo kata (Tokomine no kun, Urashi no bo, and Bo shi shi no kun), two sai kata (Kusanku sai and Chatanyara no sai), along with one tuifa kata (Hama Higa no Tuifa).
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