Welcome to Karate with Sensei Ricky
Where fun transforms into amazing results
Sensei Ricky has practised Shokotan Karate since he was a kid. He has won many tournaments and is now sharing his passion with his students. He truely is the most genuine and caring teacher who makes sure all his students achieve great results, but above all have fun.
Get ready to transform yourself both inside and out. Join Karate with Sensei Ricky to nurture the warrior within, enhance your self-esteem, and take your practice to the next level. With our wide variety of classes for all skill levels, everyone is welcome.
What is Shokotan Karate
Shotokan Karate originated in Okinawa, a small island south of Japan. It was popularized in Japan by Gichin Funakoshi in the 1950s. The name "Shotokan" comes from the name "Shoto," which was Funakoshi's pen name, meaning 'waving or billowing pine'. Shotokan Karate is a traditional martial art. This means that improvements in character and mental discipline are as important as physical skill, if not more so. Shotokan Karate is meant to be accessible to all, including, women, children, and those with or without great athletic ability.
Benefits of Shotokan Karate
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Fitness, Body alignment, balance and movement
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Awareness and reaction
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Stress management
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Concentration, confidence and discipline
4 aspects of Shokotan Karate
Kihon
Basic Techniques
blocks, punches, kicks, and footwork
Kata
Forms
pre-arranged series of techniques designed to teach specific concepts and applications
Kumite
Sparring
both free sparring and sparring with specific constraints
Fitness & Flexiblity
Strength, endurance, and mobility exercises to assist in the development of overall karate skills
