It’s never a nice feeling to be told that you’re not ready for a grading, especially when you feel that you have worked hard towards it. But for all of us, there will be a time when we have to deal with disappointment. It may be...
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Every summer karate people from around the world gather together for the annual Seiwakai International Training Camp and the JKF Goju Kai Seminar and Championships in Japan. The Seiwakai training camp lasts for 7 days, is held in Omagari, Daisen...
Read moreWith the introduction of the Mon grading system for junior students (5-12yrs) this year, I thought it be apt to elaborate a little more on what each Mon grade (tag) means and what the students should be doing from one Mon grade to the next. This...
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By Richard Hang Hong Whether it be taking your driving test, a school exam or in this case, attempting your black belt, taking any kind of test can often be a nerve-racking experience. Remember the phrase “The 6 Ps?” Proper Persistent Practice...
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RHH: Hi Shihan, please can you tell our readers who you are and what you do? PC: I am a Goju practitioner having began martial arts training in the 60s, with my start in Goju being 1974. I teach karate as a professional. RHH: What is your current...
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By Richard Hang Hong Japan is a very confusing but amazingly beautiful country. From the moment you arrive, you’re immediately thrown into a fast pace world and it’s quite easy to get lost in it all. Once you get over the heat (which...
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