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Kobudo (古武道), meaning "ancient martial way," is the traditional art of Okinawan weaponry. It evolved alongside Okinawan Karate, sharing its philosophical foundations while focusing on the mastery of various weapons that were once tools of daily life. Today, ...

"Maezato no Nunchaku" is a traditional Okinawan kata that focuses on the use of the nunchaku, a weapon consisting of two sticks connected by a rope or chain. This kata is associated with the village of Maezato, which is why it carries that name, and it represe...

"Shushi No Kon" is one of the most important and traditional kata in Okinawan kobudō, specifically focusing on the use of the bo staff (kon). It is widely practiced in various Okinawan martial arts systems, especially those that incorporate weapons training, a...

"Hamahiga no Tonfa" is a traditional Okinawan kobudō kata that focuses on the use of the tonfa, a weapon originally derived from a farming tool. This kata is named after the village of Hamahiga, a small island off the coast of Okinawa, known for its connection...

"Tsuken Shitahaku no Sai" is a traditional Okinawan kobudō kata that focuses on the use of the sai, a trident-shaped weapon. This kata is attributed to the lineage of Tsuken Shitahaku, a master of Okinawan martial arts known for his expertise in wielding the s...

Summary This kata builds on Gekisai Dai Ich & Ni and introduces students to how they can work with space, working with either pulling back into cat stance or surging forward into shuffle stance. It's the first introduction of suriashi-dachi. Type Patt...

Introduction to Kihon Ido Kihon Ido translates as Basics (or Foundations) with Movement and, similar to a Kata, has the student moving from position to position without a partner.There are 3 prescribed sequences, however adapting other drills in a similar fash...

Summary Yakusoku Kumite translates as “promised sparring” - more colloquially it’s known as a pre-arranged sparring drill. The purpose of these sequences is to build an understanding of the techniques in Kata and how they are applied with a partner. Some sylla...

Warming up with a combination of one of the below patterns, a short fundamental kata (like Sanchin or Tensho), and Kihon-Waza is how classes are structured normally. This can be adapted to each sensei's style, and for each cohorts nuances. Standard warmup Desi...