Kumite has always been my first love in karate as it the most dynamic and exciting aspects of karate training. Often translated as “sparring” or

A Karate instructor is traditionally called a Sensei. The word Sensei (先生) is Japanese and translates literally as “one who has gone before.” It does

For most karateka, achieving a black belt in Karate is one of the defining moments of their lives. I remember clearly how that transition felt,