Category Archives: Mind (Psychology)

The Body is Dead but the Spirit is Alive

Posted on May 13, 2012 by Sensei Frank

SATURDAY 12 MAY 2012, HENDERSON PRIMARY SCHOOL, WEST AUCKLAND Shotokan Karate Technical Seminar with Abe Keigo Shihan, 8th Dan This was a well attended seminar organized by Goran Sensei of the Shotokan Karate International Federation of New Zealand. We focused on tai-sabaki for kihon practice … Continue reading →

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Flexibility Training

Posted on March 10, 2012 by Sensei Frank

I was asked this question by one of my adult students recently, in relation to taiso, “I need to increase the flexibility in my legs and I appreciate there is no quick solution. I would appreciate any advice, guidance etc?” PROVISO: … Continue reading →

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Surviving a Sudden Assault

Posted on March 4, 2012 by Sensei Frank

WARNING For Senior Black-belts & Adult Students Only Parental discretion is recommended. In his book, Meditations on Violence, on the subject of Sudden Acts of Violence, Sgt. Rory Miller says, “… skill at fighting is the least likely to affect your … Continue reading →

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