Karate-Do Shotokan

Shotokan is a school or style of karate. It is a martial art which was developed in Japan by Gichin Funakoshi (1868–1957).[1] In the past, people practiced this martial art in many countries. Shotokan is still popular in modern culture. Karate is primarily a combat sport done with bare hands. That is the meaning of Kara-te: empty hand. So then the only weapons that can be used against a fighter are parts of the body. There are many styles of karate in different parts of the world. Shotokan is a style of karate that comes mainly from a small island south of Japan named Okinawa Island. The person who began this martial art was Gichin Funakoshi. This master practised karate all his life. He taught for many years and he wrote a book about his art. In 1939, Funakoshi established the first Shotokan dojo. To exercise you must wear a karate uniform and a belt that tells what your level of experience is. The order of karate belts is as follows for beginner to advanced levels: white, yellow, orange, green, blue, purple, brown and black. (The order of the belts may vary depending on the style of karate). After the black belt, there are nine more levels before finishing all notions of karate. In a fight, you must wear shin guards, gloves, a chest protector and a mouth piece. The heart of karate: In this sport, people must learn the Japanese language to understand all technic. The very foundation of karate Shotokan is the expression OSS. This means: heart, courage, patience, spirit and never give up. For welcome and to thank the Sensei (Master) this way, say OSS!

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