Curriculum

Karate

Shito Ryu Renshikan Karate training focuses on the study of karate.

Basic Techniques

Blocking, punching, kicking, and stances.

Kata

Sequences of moves passed through generations forming the basis of Karate and teaching.

Bunkai

Applications of Kata.

Kumite

Sparring.

Self-Defence

Te Hodoki (hand escapes), Kansetsu Waza (joint locks), and Nage Waza (throws).

Kobudo

In addition, Renshikan provides the opportunity to learn Okinawan Kobudo (the study of traditional weapons).

Bo

The 6-foot staff.

Joh

The 4-foot staff.

Hanbo

The 3-foot staff.

Sai

The three-pronged truncheon.

Tonfa

The baton or night stick.

Kama

The sickle.

Iaido

The techniques, kata, and study of drawing the katana (long sword).