The best of Karate Part 5

wisdomc218 · 12-10-2002, 10:43 AM

give me an “L”, give me a “T”……..go Blackbelts!!!!!!!!!

Hey Macarana.

……you put your left foot out, you put your left foot in and you shake it all about.

Quote:

The ultimate aim of the art of karate lies not in victory or defeat, but in the perfection of the characters of its participants.
Gichin Funakoshi -- Founder of Modern Karate

Last words before lying lifeless in the street.

crazyjoe380 · 12-10-2002, 10:45 AM

BWHAHAHAHA

if you right click on the "x" and go to properties.. cut and paste the address on to the address bar you can see the pictures..

cheer leader black belts.. lol

wisdomc218 · 12-10-2002, 10:48 AM

HIYA………HIYA………………..HIYCHUUUUUU!!!!1

And you sure this will work on the street?

Would you just stand still so I can the chop on ya?

wisdomc218 · 12-10-2002, 10:49 AM

Thanks Joe.

It took me a little while, but I finally got it.

later,

wisdomc218

Szczepankiewicz · 12-10-2002, 10:50 AM

Awareness and Self Defence
The key to self defence does not rely on punching and kicking. As a matter of fact, we discourse physical action in any confrontation unless it is an absolute last resort. Learning to be aware of your surroundings and avoiding dangerous situations is the focus of awareness. Simple things that people probably already know are used as constant reminders so that awareness becomes a natural way of thinking. We don't want people to be paranoid or scared to walk around their own block or to go to school, but many bad situations can be avoided.

Szczepankiewicz · 12-10-2002, 10:53 AM

Respect, Discipline, and Humility
Most educated people associate karate with discipline. This is because of the format in which the classes are taught. In karate there is a ranking system which lets people know where they stand. Karate doesn't have to be militaristic to the point it was originally intended (after all it is a martial art developed to defend ones' life) but these values are instilled. Generally a person who enters a karate class will see that people will bow to each other, call the instructor Sensei (teacher) and conform to the rules and guidelines set forth by the club. This makes a person feel rather awkward themselves if they don't conform to their surroundings. If there is a problem child or an adult with an overbearing demeanor they will be dealt with on a personal level . Most difficult people can be taught humility simply by being in an evironment where it is prominent.

The bold print is highlighted specifically for THE DON!

crazyjoe380 · 12-10-2002, 10:54 AM

you have to respect these old men for doing their karate thing.. lol

they look like they having fun.. that's what counts.. my first positive remarks

about karate. lol..

Szczepankiewicz · 12-10-2002, 10:57 AM

Karate is Karate, but this watered down point sparring bullshite is NOT self defense!!!

wisdomc218 · 12-10-2002, 10:59 AM

SZ,

I agree completely with avoiding confrontation to the point that it is unavoidable. I also agree that the discipline aspect can be very helpful for most people. But I also believe that there is a certain point which it does matter if you win or loss, because a perfected character means nothing if you are dead.

Later,

wisdomc218

Szczepankiewicz · 12-10-2002, 11:13 AM

You can get perfected character and discipline by any manner of methods.

If I'm taking Tai Chi, Yoga or even Judo I can learn good things. When I took Judo it was all about the sport and athleticism and incorporated the traditional bowing and etiquette. The sensei did briefly discuss self defense applicaitons, but he wasn't trying to sell Judo as self defense.

World of difference in my opinion.

I hear what your saying Wisdom.

wisdomc218 · 12-10-2002, 11:19 AM

SZ,

I think we both hear what the other is saying. That is what makes most of this board great.

Quote:

The sensei did briefly discuss self defense applicaitons, but he wasn't trying to sell Judo as self defense.

That sums it up pretty good. I guess it all depends on what you are looking for. I just figure that if I am going to do it, I might as well be able to use what I know if I ever have to (God forbid) protect myself or a loved one.

wisdomc218 · 12-10-2002, 11:22 AM

One more thing........I am sure that learning "real" Karate would be a great. But as with most things, it has become to commercialized to retain the integrity of the art.

12-10-2002, 10:45 AM	#2 (permalink)
crazyjoe380 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2001 Posts: 1,368 Groans: 0 Groaned at 0 Times in 0 Posts	BWHAHAHAHA if you right click on the "x" and go to properties.. cut and paste the address on to the address bar you can see the pictures.. cheer leader black belts.. lol __________________

12-10-2002, 10:50 AM	#5 (permalink)
Szczepankiewicz Registered User Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Meridian, ID, USA Posts: 4,109 Groans: 0 Groaned at 0 Times in 0 Posts	They have a good point here.... Awareness and Self Defence The key to self defence does not rely on punching and kicking. As a matter of fact, we discourse physical action in any confrontation unless it is an absolute last resort. Learning to be aware of your surroundings and avoiding dangerous situations is the focus of awareness. Simple things that people probably already know are used as constant reminders so that awareness becomes a natural way of thinking. We don't want people to be paranoid or scared to walk around their own block or to go to school, but many bad situations can be avoided.

12-10-2002, 10:53 AM	#6 (permalink)
Szczepankiewicz Registered User Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Meridian, ID, USA Posts: 4,109 Groans: 0 Groaned at 0 Times in 0 Posts	Case in point on my rant Respect, Discipline, and Humility Most educated people associate karate with discipline. This is because of the format in which the classes are taught. In karate there is a ranking system which lets people know where they stand. Karate doesn't have to be militaristic to the point it was originally intended (after all it is a martial art developed to defend ones' life) but these values are instilled. Generally a person who enters a karate class will see that people will bow to each other, call the instructor Sensei (teacher) and conform to the rules and guidelines set forth by the club. This makes a person feel rather awkward themselves if they don't conform to their surroundings. If there is a problem child or an adult with an overbearing demeanor they will be dealt with on a personal level . Most difficult people can be taught humility simply by being in an evironment where it is prominent. The bold print is highlighted specifically for THE DON!

12-10-2002, 10:54 AM	#7 (permalink)
crazyjoe380 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2001 Posts: 1,368 Groans: 0 Groaned at 0 Times in 0 Posts	you have to respect these old men for doing their karate thing.. lol they look like they having fun.. that's what counts.. my first positive remarks about karate. lol.. __________________

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12-10-2002, 10:48 AM	#3 (permalink)
wisdomc218 Novice Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Republic of Texas Posts: 25 Groans: 0 Groaned at 0 Times in 0 Posts	HIYA………HIYA………………..HIYCHUUUUUU!!!!1 And you sure this will work on the street? Would you just stand still so I can the chop on ya?

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wisdomc218 Novice Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Republic of Texas Posts: 25 Groans: 0 Groaned at 0 Times in 0 Posts	Thanks Joe. It took me a little while, but I finally got it. later, wisdomc218

12-10-2002, 10:57 AM	#8 (permalink)
Szczepankiewicz Registered User Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Meridian, ID, USA Posts: 4,109 Groans: 0 Groaned at 0 Times in 0 Posts	Karate is Karate, but this watered down point sparring bullshite is NOT self defense!!!

12-10-2002, 10:59 AM	#9 (permalink)
wisdomc218 Novice Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Republic of Texas Posts: 25 Groans: 0 Groaned at 0 Times in 0 Posts	SZ, I agree completely with avoiding confrontation to the point that it is unavoidable. I also agree that the discipline aspect can be very helpful for most people. But I also believe that there is a certain point which it does matter if you win or loss, because a perfected character means nothing if you are dead. Later, wisdomc218

12-10-2002, 11:13 AM	#10 (permalink)
Szczepankiewicz Registered User Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Meridian, ID, USA Posts: 4,109 Groans: 0 Groaned at 0 Times in 0 Posts	You can get perfected character and discipline by any manner of methods. If I'm taking Tai Chi, Yoga or even Judo I can learn good things. When I took Judo it was all about the sport and athleticism and incorporated the traditional bowing and etiquette. The sensei did briefly discuss self defense applicaitons, but he wasn't trying to sell Judo as self defense. World of difference in my opinion. I hear what your saying Wisdom.

12-10-2002, 11:22 AM	#12 (permalink)
wisdomc218 Novice Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Republic of Texas Posts: 25 Groans: 0 Groaned at 0 Times in 0 Posts	One more thing........I am sure that learning "real" Karate would be a great. But as with most things, it has become to commercialized to retain the integrity of the art.

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