This course is designed to supplement a student’s Kata knowledge. Kata are the prearranged forms that teach students techniques, principles, combinations, and applications. Our goal in designing this set of courses was to develop a resource for students of the Hoshin Kan to use as a reference when practicing at home. However, anyone who is interested in learning Kata can benefit from this course. Please remember that an online course can only supplement your training and can never replace training time in a Dojo under a licensed instructor.

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The Kata presented in this course reflect the teachings of Shito Ryu and Goju Ryu Karate. Each Kata will include a presentation of the form, a walk through of each step, a list of techniques, the embusen (pattern), honto, and the hanka. Together, these aspects of each Kata can be used to ensure that the student has a deep understanding of the material so that they can incorporate it into their daily training routine. The Kata presented represent the traditional forms and have not been adjusted for use in tournaments.

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Students should feel free to modify each Kata as necessary due to physical disabilities or limitations. It is better to practice a modified version of the Kata than to not practice at all.

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This course contains information on the following Kata:

• Sanchin

• Sanchin (Seated)

• Tensho

• Shisochin

• Seisan

• Sanseru

• Seipai

• Kasshin de Go

• Kururunfa