Martial Arts, Self Defence & Fitness Training in the East Midlands
WHAT IS KARATE ?
Karate
is a system of fighting which originated on the island of Okinawa, some
450 kilometres Southwest of Japan. The term Karate means "open or
chineese Hand" and first appears in the latter half of the seventeenth
century. Karate is a well organised and regulated fighting system using
punches, kicks and strikes as it's weapons, combined with smooth,
flowing evasive movements. Over the years much work as been done on the
development of impact force with the result that Karate blows can be
extremely forceful. With it's vast range of techiriques Karate covers a
broad spectrum of Self Defence.
WADO RYU
Wado Ryu (Wado -Peace Ryu -School)
therefore means school of peace or way of peace and was founded in 1934
by Hironori Ohtsuka who practised Budo (the Martial Art of Japan) and
Jui-Jitsui. The Wado Ryu style of Karate is light and fast, using
evasion and deflection rather than brute strength. Wado Ryu also
includes a few throws and locks which are generally rare in other forms
of Karate. From Oshtsuka's training in Jui-Jitsui, a system was
developed called Kihon Kumite, which is pre-arranged pair form
sparring, involving short, high level movements and sophisticated
evasion: By practising Kihon Kumite the Karateka is taught to move with
an attack drawing it out and using it's strength/energy to defeat it.
Wado Ryu stances are high; lending themselves to rapid, whiplash
movements in which a technique is driven out hard and then snapped
back. Moves are short and crisp with blows travelling a short distance.
KARATE NI SENSENASHI
Karate Ni Sensenashi is a basic and very
essential part of all Karate training. It means that the Karateka (one
who practises Karate) must never attack their opponent either mentally
or physically. To understand this fully, many years of hard and correct
training is required. As the Karateka grows, so will his/her good
manners and etiquette, both outwardly and more important inwardly, this
is a very crucial factor if one is to do well in the Art of Karate. All
Karate training must be of an intense nature and carried out with
purpose if one is to attain any standard. Correct Dojo etiquette is
therefore a very serious feature and essential part of a good Karateka.
DOJO ETIQUETTE
The training code, which not only ensures a disciplined training environment, but serves as a tool for moulding behaviour; so that a true Karateka will fight with words and only employ physical violence as a last resort, with obvious benefits to society. Some of the benefits that can be derived from regular practice are :-
- Promotion of physical fitness.
- Deeper mental awareness and self control.
- Practical method of self defence
- Produces a sense of self respect and understanding towards oneself and others.
- Forms a strong social aspect where many friendships can be made.
- Karate Builds :- SELF ESTEEM -SELF DEFENCE -SELF AWARENESS -SELF CONFIDENCE
CAN ANYONE PRACTICE KARATE ?
Karate can be practised by men.
women and children. Students can range from very young to senior
citizens. Anyone who is in reasonable health can train at karate.
Karate students will improve their self-awareness, self-confidence and
self-esteem, parents and teachers will continually find an improvement
in the behaviour of children who train regularly at the Maximum
Response karate Academy. This is because of the emphasis we place on
good manners and discipline.
IS KARATE ALL THAT IS ON OFFER?
NO, We offer training in a wide
range of physical skills which ultimately combine to form a highly
effective self development and self defence system.
Drawing from diverse sources such as ju-jitsu & kickboxing, fitness
& stretching techniques and combat defence techniques we believe
that we offer the ultimate approach to modern martial arts and self
defence training.
PROGRESSION?
Beginners and junior members
start by learning the co-ordination and discipline that comes from Wado
Ryu Karate. As students progress elements from other martial arts and
self-defence systems are incorporated, resulting in accomplished
martial artists, fully able to protect themselves in the increasingly
violent and confrontational world in which we live
FURTHER INFORMATION
Please feel free to contact Maximum Response if you require any further information.
Why not come to one of our training sessions where you can either have a go or just watch.
At the Maximum Responce Academy we also study a mixture of other styles (Punching, Kicking, Pad work, Sparring) (Jui-Jitsu, Combat Grappling, Streetwise Self Defence, Stretching methods and much more.
Our aim is to combine the most effective elements available to produce a highly effective Defence and Training System.
STREETWISE COMBAT SELF DEFENCE is adapted from various Martial Arts with the emphasis on practical, simple efficient moves that can be readilly used on the streets. Learn to recognise threats and defend against Grabs, Attacks, Punches, Kicks and significantly reduce the risk of injury from weapon attacks.
The MRKD Academy is affiliated to various National and International Martial Arts & Self Defence organisations. Training is delivered by fully vetted, insured and qualified instructors. All activities and training locations have been subject to Risk Assessment.