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The Kihon are the basic movements of Karate, and the first techniques learned by a beginner. After much practice and greater understanding, the student is taught to combine the basic moves into set forms, or Kata. Just as there are many different techniques, there are many Kata too. With each progression up the grading ladder, the student is expected to learn more basic, intermediate and advanced technique. Similarly, there are more advanced Kata, but also more advanced ways of practicing the basic Kata. Karate is a never-ending process of learning. Whether a person is a brand new white belt, or a Senior Instructor, we always try to keep Shoshin, or "Beginner's Mind."
Here you will see a few of the techniques you will be expected to learn at the Orchard Towers Dojo. Please don't attempt them without the guidance of qualified Instructors.Come down to Orchard Towers Dojo, and we will be happy to assist you.
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The stances of Karate
Before a student can perform complex jumps, or quick foot switches, they need to learn balance and strength. The preferred method is through the use of stance work. Karate have many different stances, each with an individual purpose. Visit our Dojo to learn more. |
Sensei Bong and Sempai Loke demonstrate the Bo |
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Striking and Kicking
Karate is well known as being an art of blocking and striking with the hands and feet. In Kyokushin Karate, there is also the use of wrists, forearms, shoulders, the head, hips, knees and shins. Kyokushin uses the whole body to defend yourself and your loved ones. |
Shihan Peter Chong demonstrates the breaking of a rock, balanced on trays of fresh eggs |
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Practical beauty
Kata may look like a beautiful dance, but there is much more depth to the movements than just what is seen at first glance. Either individual moves, or segments of moves are ideal methods of Self-Defence, hidden below the surface of the Kata. Kata training at the Orchard Towers Dojo is detailed and direct. Our instructors are able to explain the Applications (Bunkai) of the Kata in a clear manner, and special Bunkai sessions are held to teach the senior students more about their Art. |
Boon Kit is a study in concentration |
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