Starting children in sports from a young age is vital for their physical and mental development and is greatly down to the role of the parents. Physical activity is an essential part of a healthy lifestyle into adulthood and martial arts are a great gateway into the world of fitness and activity, making it perfect
By now, you’re understanding the importance of good etiquette in the dojo, you’re getting a hang of the techniques and stances, and you’ve learned two katas. But to earn your blue belt, or 5th Kyu, in Wado Ryu karate there are even more basic techniques to begin to master. The blue belt is thought to be symbolic
A study completed by the University of London showed that a staggering 32% of women don’t feel safe walking alone at night, and with over half of female homicide victims killed in domestic violence cases by a current or ex male partner it is more important than ever that women are in the know on
Wado Ryu karate grading criteria is of a particularly high standard. Some nontraditional clubs will differ their requirements for basic skills, but traditional Wado Ryu karate clubs tend to follow the original syllabus – such as the instructors at Simon Coope Karate School. This syllabus follows the traditional belt system, so let’s look at the grading
Martial arts are unique in their ranking system – instead of leagues, badges or classes, martial arts, such as karate, use different coloured belts. There are multiple different styles of this martial art which all use slightly different orders of belts in karate, but they are all somewhat similar and the symbolism behind the order
The Highly Anticipated 2024 Wadokai European Championships It’s another year and another Wadokai European Karate Championships is fast approaching! The 49th FEW Championships is scheduled for the 26th and 27th of October in Nicosia, Cyprus. This annual event is seen as a special occasion for select members of the FEW to come together and compete
Orange belt, or 7th kyu, in Wado Ryu karate is the third belt in the traditional Wado syllabus. It is a significant point in a karateka’s journey as techniques begin to get a little more complex, but the student is also developing a deeper understanding of the martial art. Some people believe that the orange
Karate is a traditional Japanese martial art that focuses on combat without the use of weapons. “Karate” translates to “empty hand.” Whilst this form of martial art is thought to be practised currently by over one hundred million people globally, there are still several common myths about karate that have created a stigma around the
Starting a new hobby can be daunting, and taking up karate is no different. While all styles of karate can be tough to learn, Wado Ryu karate grading criteria is particularly detailed and high standard. So, what does a white belt need to learn to earn their next belt? The karate white belt is significant
Karate imparts vital life skills that extend far beyond the dojo, benefiting students in school, other extracurricular activities, and everyday life. It’s not just about self-defence; karate significantly enhances physical health, mental well-being, and self-discipline. This makes karate particularly valuable for children, although it’s never too late to start! Physical Benefits Of Karate Improved flexibility
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