水稽古 (Mizu Keiko), training in water, builds strength through resistance, sharpens technique by slowing every movement, and deepens breathing control while calming the mind. It is a practice that forges both body and spirit.

水稽古は技を鍛え、心を鎮める。
Mizu Keiko wa waza o kitae, kokoro o shizumeru.
“Water training forges technique and calms the mind.”

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20th PAN-AMERICAN SHITO RYU KARATE FESTIVAL & COPA DIMITROVA 2027 (International Karate Tournament)
October 26th to 31st, 2027

Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic

WSKF Dan Examination:
1st Dan to 7th Dan
Shogo Examination: (Master's Title)

Renshi, Kyoshi, Hanshi
Shidosha Examination: (Instructor's level)

Jyokyo, Jun-Shihan, Shihan
WSKF Seminar

Athletes’ Seminar

Coaches’ Seminar

Referees’ Seminar
COPA DIMITROVA

Cash Prizes: US$6,400

U14, Cadet, Junior and Senior Open
Contact:

2027dom@gmail.com
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Sanchin & Naihanchi (三戦 & 内歩進)

Shito-ryu Karate combines the speed and precision of Shuri-te with the rooted power and close-range control of Naha-te. This blend creates a system with both long-range striking and short-range engagement.

Kenwa Mabuni stressed that Sanchin and Naihanchi are not only forms but methods for building Karate skill. He emphasized exact stance, posture, breathing rhythm, hip use, and mental focus. Small errors in alignment, tension, or timing weaken the result. You must train both the internal elements such as breathing, core engagement, and mental intent, and the external elements such as proper stance, correct posture, foot position, and hand technique. This ensures the lessons of Sanchin and Naihanchi carry into many movement in Shito-ryu Karate.

Consistent, focused practice of Sanchin and Naihanchi will build core skills that support many key techniques in your Karate.

#naihanchi #sanchin #shurite #nahate #shitoryu #糸東流空手道 #糸東会

糸洲の鷺牌
Rohai of Master Anko Itosu.

Master Itosu Anko introduced the Rohai kata to the Shuri region and created a simplified structure by dividing it into three forms: Rohai Shodan, Rohai Nidan, and Rohai Sandan. Among these, Rohai Shodan is especially distinctive due to its signature stance, Sagi Ashi Dachi (heron stance), which emphasizes balance, precision, and stability on one leg. This unique use of Sagi Ashi Dachi sets Rohai Shodan apart, making it a defining characteristic of Itosu’s adaptation of the kata and a valuable training tool in Shuri-te tradition.

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