P.3
The Uniqueness of Shitoryu Karate – The Power of Kushin (屈伸)
Kushin also allows for explosive counterattacks. By bending to move out of range and then stretching forward, a practitioner can close the distance with precision and power. This quick in-and-out motion makes Shitoryu’s defensive structure highly efficient in action.
Finally, adaptability is a hallmark of Kushin. The ability to shift levels and angles effortlessly means that both high and low attacks can be handled efficiently with minimal effort. This flexibility makes Shitoryu’s defensive system well-suited for various applications, from traditional Bunkai principles to modern kumite strategies.
http://tanzadeh.com/the-power-of-kushin-屈伸/

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P.4
The Uniqueness of Shitoryu Karate – The Power of Kushin (屈伸)
Finally, adaptability is a hallmark of Kushin. The ability to shift levels and angles effortlessly means that both high and low attacks can be handled efficiently with minimal effort. This flexibility makes Shitoryu’s defensive system well-suited for various applications, from traditional Bunkai principles to modern kumite strategies.
This defensive flexibility is what makes Shitoryu Karate not only practical but also highly effective in different aspects of training. Instead of relying on rigid, forceful blocking, Shitoryu embraces fluidity, adaptability, and intelligence—a true reflection of the martial philosophy behind its creation.
http://tanzadeh.com/the-power-of-kushin-屈伸/

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Naha-te (那覇手Okinawan: Naafa-dii)

Nahate originating in the city of Naha in Okinawa, Naha-te is one of the three major systems of Okinawan Karate (Okinawa-te), alongside Shuri-te and Tomari-te. While these systems share common roots, Naha-te distinguishes itself through its emphasis on strong stances, close-range techniques, and deep breathing methods.

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Shitoryu Karatedo Technical Seminars
Conducted by Master Sato, 9th Dan, Hanshi & Master Tanzadeh, 8th Dan, Kyoshi
Presented and hosted by Belgium Shitokai
December 7th & 8th, 2024

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Renzoku Ido Kihon, focusing on Gyaku Mae Geri, Oi Mae Geri and Mae Tobi Geri.


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The chest muscle is one of the muscles engage in Karate moves. Enhancing your chest strength through workouts can significantly improve your performance, enabling stronger punches and better stability in blocking techniques.
 


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Karate Technical Seminars
Cape Town, South Africa - Advanced Tournament Katas, Papuren, Chatan Yara Kushanku, Kishimoto no Kushanku
July, 4th ~ 6th, 2025
Conducted by: A.Tanzadeh, 8th Dan, Kyoshi
Hosted by Sensei Mario Boer
For more information, please contact Sensei Mario Boer +27828354528
Email: marioboerkarate@gmail.com

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Grande Evento!! Quest’anno avremo l’onore di ospitare uno dei massimi esponenti mondiali per lo Shito Ryu della federazione WSKF, il Maestro Tanzadeh, nella Città di Spilimbergo. Sarà un seminario di altissimo livello!

Happy Saturday!

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Soke Kenyu Mabuni
Kaicho Genzo Iwata
Tanzadeh
Sensei Masayasu Kametani

Renzoku Sonoba Kihon (連続その場基本) — “Sonoba” meaning “on the spot”

Focusing on blocking while shifting back (to either Neko Ashi Dachi or Moto Dachi), and striking in Zenkutsu Dachi.

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Technical Seminars
Focused on the pure Shitoryu way of executing techniques and katas
Conducted by A. Tanzadeh, 8th Dan, Kyoshi
Hosted and organized by Sensei Sylvain of Fukkoku Shitokai
March 14–16, 2025 – Belfort, France

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White Crane Fist, or Hakutsuru Ken, as taught by Master Wu Xian Hui (known in Okinawa as Go Kenki), is a traditional martial arts style rooted in White Crane Kung Fu from China. His teachings helped preserve the rich tradition of White Crane Fist within the broader scope of Okinawan karate. Hakutsuru Ken emphasizes graceful yet powerful movements that mimic the crane’s defensive and offensive techniques. The style focuses on fluidity, precision, and control, combining evasive footwork with open-hand strikes, deflections, and quick counters. Practitioners develop heightened sensitivity, using subtle body mechanics and angles to neutralize attacks, with an emphasis on soft but effective power. Master Go Kenki refined and passed down these techniques, blending them into Okinawan karate traditions.
Master Kenwa Mabuni learned three katas—Papuren, Nipaipo, and Haffa—from Master Go Kenki, modifying and simplifying them for inclusion in his Shitoryu Karatedo syllabus

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Kenwa Mabuni (摩文仁 賢和, Mabuni Kenwa, 14 November 1889 - 23 May 1952) was one of the first karateka to teach karate in mainland Japan and is credited as developing the style known as Shitō-ryū. Mabuni chose Shito-ryu, the first characters of the names Itosu and Higaonna, his two primary teachers of Shuri-Te and Naha-Te.

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Renzoku Kihon Drill 1:

> Start in Neko Ashi Dachi and perform a Shutō Uke (Chūdan) with the lead hand.
> Shift forward into Zenkutsu Dachi , executing a Gyaku Zuki (Chūdan) with the rear hand.
> Then transition into Shikō Dachi , executing a Chūdan Zuki with the lead hand.

Renzoku Kihon Drill 2:

> Begin in Shikō Dachi, perform a Gedan Barai with the lead hand.
> Shift back into Sanchin Dachi, execute Kake Uke (Kakete Uke) with the lead arm.
> Follow with a Gyaku Zuki (Chūdan) from Sanchin Dachi.

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Technical Seminars
Focused on the pure Shitoryu way of executing techniques and katas
Conducted by A. Tanzadeh, 8th Dan, Kyoshi
Hosted and organized by Sensei Sylvain of Fukkoku Shitokai
March 14–16, 2025 – Belfort, France

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Activating fast twitch muscle fibers enhances explosive power and agility.
Engaging and effectively activating fast twitch muscle fibers through targeted training not only develops explosive strength and power but also helps rapid and dynamic movements, causing greatly to improve athletic performance, improving agility, and increase overall functional fitness, making it very beneficial for activities requiring rapid releases of energy such as quick combinations of punches, blocks and kicks where swift and forceful actions are essential.



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Chatan Yara Kushanku (北谷 屋良 ) Kata

kata Kushanku version of master Yara from Chatan village of Okinawa.

Master Yara was born in Okinawa, in the village of Chatan. He traveled together with his uncle in Fuzhou in Fukien province (China), where allegedly he stayed 20 years. There he studied Chinese Chuan Fa, Qi Gong, fighting with sticks. Upon his return to Okinawa he worked as an interpreter.

It is not clear what sort of master Yara actually taught or at what this style kata was based. Recorded only that taught kata Kushanku. In addition kata Kushanku master Yara has left us more Kobudo Kata Chatan Yara no kon, Chatan Yara no Sai and…

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Shitoryu Karatedo International Technical Seminar at the Count’s Farm/ Sesimbra/ Portugal with Kyoshi Tanzadeh, 8°Dan.
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