Welcome to the Dojo
The translation of the word Karate
What is Empty Hand
The man responsible for creating Goju.
Who is Chojun Miyagi?
Honagashimous
"Please work with me/help me"
The foundation that gives stability for every technique
What are Stances?
A bird made of fire used to symbolize growth, strength and the ability to "rise from the ashes".
What is a Phoenix?
The style of Karate that we do.
What is Goju Ryu?
The birthplace of karate.
What is Okinawa?
Karate Ni Sente Nashi
"In karate there is no first strike"
To disrupt someone's stability or balance (usually to initiate a throw/takedown)
What is Kuzushi?
The translation of Shoshin
What is to keep a beginners mind?
A martial art involving throws, sweeps, joint locks, chokes and positional escapes for self defense.
What is Brazillian Jiu Jitsu?
A man commonly described as "frail" or physically weak who would later create the Brazillian Jiu Jitsu system based off of Judo.
Who is Helio Gracie
Mizu no Kokoro
"Mind like Water"
The concept of using proper positioning and weight distribution to concentrate your mass when in a position such as cross-side or mount.
What is Pressure?
The 4 character traits make us R.I.C.H
What is Resilience, Integrity, Compassion and Humility?
A martial art that focusses on the use of traditional weapons found in Okinawa, Japan and even China.
What is Kobudo?
The oldest practitioner of Goju Ryu, recognized as the most dangerous man in Japan/Okinawa earning him the nickname "The Tiger of Okinawa"
Who is Morio Higaonna?
Hito Kata San Nen
1 Kata 3 Years
Contracting of the muscles bringing the movements of the body to an abrupt stop at the end of a technique.
What is Vibrational Energy?
The dojo's founding date.
When is April 27th 2019
The most important question to ask yourself when working on a technique.
Will this work?
The place where Tonfa (or in this country, called Tongwai) was invented.
Where is Quangzhou China?
The Japanese word used to describe the timing of isolated quick hip movements happening before executing a technique.
What is Koshi?
The name of the paint colour in the dojo's bathroom.
Who is Sweet Bianca?