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	University of New Hampshire Shotokan Karate Club
		Kata must be studied not for a demonstration purposes but for improving the kumite techniques and eventually applying them in a real fight.
		The kata was practised by Matsumura and later was modified by masters Kiyataka and Itosu.
		This kata is said to have been taught to Bushi Matsumura by a shipwrecked Chinese sailor.
	www.unh.edu /shotokan/kata.html (975 words)

	Kyokushin Kata
		A kata is a sequence of blocks, kicks and punches from one or more stances, involving movement forward, backward and to the sides.
		Kyokushin kata are often categorized as "Northern Kata" or "Southern Kata," based upon the origin and development of the kata and the style of its techniques.
		Though the physical moves of kata involve techniques used for fighting, the purpose of kata is to develop a calm, peaceful mind and harmony between the mind and body.
	www.uskyokushin.com /kata.htm (1452 words)

	KATA (Site not responding. Last check: )
		The early kata forms have been identified with many past karate teachers and schools and are the kata many modern day schools throughout the world include as part of their curriculum today.
		Kata and Kamae From Kojo-Ryu and Kojosho Kempo
		The kata was developed as part of the Tomari-Te system and during the 1900's, was further passed on by Shoshin Nagamine (born 1907) and the Matsubayashi Ryu style.
	www.kojosho.com /kata.html (5285 words)

	UMN Shotokan - Kata
		Kata are the formal exercises of traditional karate, and were the essence of training on Okinawa during the development of karate.
		Team Kata is an event as well, where a kata is performed with a group of three, trying to synchronize all their techniques and tempo.
		In individual kata, a performer is judged on their form, body dynamics, speed, and power, as well as understanding of the tempo and progression of the kata.
	www.tc.umn.edu /~karate/kata.html (757 words)

	Hinode Shotokan Karate Club
		Kata are the formal exercises of karate which emulate defence against multiple imaginary opponents.
		Every kata must be practiced as if engaged in a real fight; with spontaneity, total commitment in blocks and attacks, and the feeling that the next imaginary attack may come from any direction.
		They are also the four kata from which a student may choose a kata for their examinations from 3rd kyu (3rd level brown belt) to Shodan (1st level fl belt).
	www.hinodekarate.ca /kata.htm (949 words)

	What is Kata? (Site not responding. Last check: )
		Kata is a series of prearranged defensive and offensive movements, including intricate body motions, each of which is an actual response to one or more attackers.
		Kata should be as beautiful as ballet and as precise as gymnastics, although it is essentially different from these in that a kata performer must incorporate, the beauty and power of movements, the feeling of applicability to real fighting situations.
		Since the beauty of a kata as a whole is the combination of its total qualities, it is impossible for gracefulness to be manifested without a great deal of practice and training according to the way the masters have cultivated.
	www.members.aol.com /gamezjapanese/kata.html (1754 words)

	Kata Beach & Karon Beach Hotels
		Hidden away, Kata also has some excellent Gourmet restaurants with superb views over the Andaman Sea and food guaranteed to delight the most discerning palate.
		Laid back but never boring, Kata is probably one of the nicest beaches in Phuket.
		Bordered by rocky headlands, Kata consists of 2 gently curving bays, Kata Yai and Kata Noi.
	www.kata-beach.com (0 words)

	Judo Randori No Kata and Ju No Kata
		Kata as practiced today (perhaps with rare exception) is not the kata intended by the founder, Jigoro Kano, and is not giving optimum benefit to Judoists who perform it.
		Though kata can be begun at almost any level of Judo experience, it is perhaps best started at the sankyu level; and with constant study and practice, allowing two or three years in which to complete the "doing" stage, a Judoist can, after that, put it to optimum use.
		Kata, as a demonstration, is but a shallow and limited usage of kata; it is not the primary purpose of kata, though most tendencies in modern Judo restrict it to this role.
	www.judoinfo.com /kata.htm (5436 words)

	kata
		This is not a fighting kata, but rather focuses mainly on the student's form and spirit (the latter is noted in the eyes during the kata and in the practitioner's hard work).
		The kata mainly consists of nukitae strikes aimed at the throat.
		This is certainly the kata that separates the chaff from the wheat.
	www.geocities.com /aranthar/kata.html (483 words)

	Sosai Masutatsu Oyama - Kyokushin Kata
		Kyokushin kata are often categorized as "Northern Kata" or "Southern Kata," based upon their origin and development.
		The Northern Kata are similar to those found in Shotokan Karate, since they were developed from Mas Oyama's training under Gichin Funakoshi.
		Tsuki no by its very name is a punching kata (there is only one kick and just a few blocks in the entire kata).
	www.masutatsuoyama.com /kyokushinkata.htm (1334 words)

	Kata As An Esoteric Practice
		Kata are systematic combinations of stances and postures, hand and foot techniques, blocks, kiai, eye movements and foci, and.
		All of the elements of kata have a pattern that could be portrayed by a grid or pattern on the floor of the dojo.
		Also with regard to mudra, in the kata Shisochin, the hand that wipes up the arm with the two fingers pointed like a gun is exactly as a mudra that symbolizes the sword of enlightenment, which cuts away all delusions.
	www.cybersurvey.com /kata.htm (5019 words)

	Gun Kata - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		The Gun Kata treats the gun as a total weapon, each fluid position representing a maximum kill zone, inflicting maximum damage on the maximum number of opponents, while keeping the defender clear of the statistically-traditional trajectories of return fire.
		"Kata", known in some martial arts as "forms," are pre-determined routines of attacks, blocks and movements that simulate a many-on-one engagement; kata are more of a ritualized dance, as opposed to the open improvisation of "kumite" (sparring).
		A number of enthusiasts inspired by Kurt Wimmer's portrayal of Gun Kata have attempted to develop practical versions of the style, generally in a stage combat, performance kata or combat sport format rather than as a realistic fighting technique.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Gun_Kata (979 words)

	kata
		A karate kata consists of movements which can be applied as kicks, punches, blocks, strikes, leg sweeps, throw, holds, chokes and joint punishment techniques.
		Kata should be practiced with the following points in mind.
		The study of the various applications is the realm of the senior student.
	www.karateshorinryu.com /kata.html (276 words)

	Kata
		Kata (form or mould) is the essence of Karate.
		Kata is a series of pre-arranged movements designed to create a feel for fighting multiple opponents at one time and is used to help mould the Karate practitioner physically, mentally and spiritually.
		As well as being a Heishugata, Sanchin Kata is also categorized in Goju-Ryu Karate-Do as a Kihongata because it is considered to be the fundamental or basic Kata of Goju-Ryu Karate-Do.
	www.burlingtonkarateandkobudo.ca /kata.htm (245 words)

	Kata
		In addition to this, katas are useful in a tournament setting of sport karate to bring back nice shiny medals and trophies.
		In describing the Kata, directions to one side or the other will be described in terms of the clock numbers.
		The kata will be started facing 12:00; to the rear will be 6:00; and side to side will be 9:00 and 3:00 respectively.
	www.und.nodak.edu /org/aokarate/kata.html (1198 words)

	Kata
		This is the author's theory on the origin of the 9 Chinese Kata in Goju.
		These kata include saifa which may be from a Lion system, Shisochin which may be from one of the mantis systems, Kururunfa and Sepai which may be from the Dragon, and Seiyunchin, perhaps, from one of the Hawk systems of Kungfu.
		It is very versatile, and effective employing a variety of techniques that are contained in the Kata such as, wrist locks, joint locks, throws, take downs, sweeping, grappling, striking of all sorts, blocking, kicking, and anything else there is under the sun.
	www.goyukan.net /kata.htm (888 words)

	Kata kiai points :
		It is, therefore, imperative that students accept the fact very early on in their karate training, that all the katas must be learnt in a specific order, and that this is by design, for each kata is in fact the building block for the kata to follow.
		This is a required kata for advancing from 3rd kyu (brown belt) to 2nd kyu (brown belt).
		This is a required kata for advancing from 2nd kyu (brown belt) to 1st kyu (brown belt).
	www.shotokankarate.ca /katakiaipoints.htm (6582 words)

	Three Valleys Karate Goju Ryu - Kata
		The study of the application of the various movements contained within the kata is where the kata really comes to life and the student will begin to understand the real meaning.
		This kata emphasises a strong and stable stance; therefore shiko dachi is heavily stressed.
		This breathing kata was developed by Miyagi sensei from the Rokkishu kata from Chinese white crane style.
	homepage.ntlworld.com /lamedos/TVKarate/kata/index.html (901 words)

	Kata beach travel guide, Phuket Thailand (Site not responding. Last check: )
		Kata also offers a few surprises like a gourmet restaurant with a reputation for one of the best best wine cellars on the island, some stylish cafes and sophisticated Thai dining.
		Kata's broad and curving beach offers safe swimming for kids and clear water during the high season (November - April) You can rent a local longtail boat and go fishing or snorkeling off the rocky headlands, hire a jet-ski (swimming areas are separated) or a hobie cat, or simply relax and take it easy.
		Kata is very different from Patong - no discos, nightclubs or shows, but there are some excellent restaurants and cafe/bars which open on to the street with good music, TV and pool tables.
	www.kata-beach.com /kata-beach.htm (1926 words)

	Kata Information (Site not responding. Last check: )
		This kata is a mock battle waged against eight imaginary opponents; it is designed for fighting in the dark.
		A kata that emphasizes pivots, Chinto is one of the most difficult to perform while keeping a good balance.
		Along with all of the above katas, we have the following, which are usually taught at the fl belt level.
	www.oberlin.edu /~obkarate/kata.html (653 words)

	Kata
		It is believed Wunsu kata was composed by Okinawan martial artists as a tribute to the Chinese emissary Suppushi Wanshu who was in Okinawa around 1685.
		This bo kata expresses a constant but continuous change in the universe by the interaction of yin and yang throughout the kata.
		Although this kata was practiced in Okinawan villages of Shuri and Tomari years ago, the origin is unknown.
	www.shuri-ryu.com /katas.htm (767 words)

	Katas or Silk Scarves (Site not responding. Last check: )
		Katas are offered to religious images, such as statues of the Buddha, and to lamas and government.
		Three sizes of elaborate dzod tak, which is a silk kata with auspicious designs woven into it, the Mongolian kata, which is bright blue, the ashi kata, which is plain silk, the subshi, which is loosely woven cotton, the sothar and the khachi.
		It is also customary to tie a kata around the neck of a deceased lama, as a sign of petitioning his quick return and the unmistaken recognition of his reincarnation.
	www.tibet.com /Buddhism/katas.html (264 words)

	Kata (Site not responding. Last check: )
		Kata are a preset pattern of karate moves put together as a method of teaching karate or as a way to understanding karate.
		The list of shotokan kata is long with each kata having its own unique qualities as each person that created them was unique.
		However, since the purpose of learning kata is not just for the sake of learning them but for tempering and disciplining of oneself, it is not not necessary to study indiscriminatly large numbers of them.
	www.shotokan-karate.freeservers.com /serv01.htm (731 words)

	Kata - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia (Site not responding. Last check: )
		This adjustability of kata training is found in other Japanese arts with roles of attacker and defender often interchanging within the sequence.
		There are perhaps 100 kata across the various forms of karate, each with many minor variations.
		The most commonly studied judo kata is Nage-no-kata, which consists of fifteen throwing techniques.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Kata (1175 words)

	Kata of the Shito-ryu Style
		It is a short kata with a feint to the eyes followed by a takedown, making it a kata which calls for interesting shifts in balance.
		These kata were developed by Master Itosu to make learning the long and difficult kata known as Kusanku-dai (also known as Kanku-dai, and Kosokun-dai) easier to learn and parts of this intricate kata are broken down into 5 parts of varying difficulty.
		Seisan One of the shorter katas of the Naha branch of karate.
	tanutech.com /japan/kata.html (812 words)

	phuket hotel resort hotels kata karon beach (Site not responding. Last check: )
		Kata is swimmer friendly, in that one can splash around in the shallows for quite a way out before being in any danger.
		Like Kata, there are many dive shops to choose from if you wish to explore the extraordinarily beautiful underwater world of the Andaman sea.
		Kata and Karon are, roughly speaking, forty-five kilometres away from the airport, depending on the route your driver chooses.
	www.katakaron.com /katakaron.htm (1132 words)

	Kata
		Kata are prearranged sequences of defensive and offensive movements against imaginary opponents.
		Masters developed kata as a way to catalog their techniques and strategies, and as a way to pass them on to others.
		This is the beginning of mental stage of kata - kata as a form of mediation.
	wings.buffalo.edu /sa/skarate/Kata.htm (481 words)

	Trad Kata (Site not responding. Last check: )
		TRADITIONAL ART FORM or KATA are formal exercises of prearranged techniques (empty hand or with ancient farm tools such as, bo staff, nunchucks, kama, or sai), performed in a fixed order.
		Kata improves fighting skills such as, stances, turns, posture, flexibility, balance, applications of speed and power (yin and yang), direction of gaze, focus of target areas, details of technique, mind set, breathing, relaxation, and muscle tension (kime).
		KATA must be practiced in three steps: fusing the mind, body, and spirit, in order to bring each kata to life with its own personality and characteristics.
	www.sidekickkarate.com /newpage32.htm (355 words)

	ArticleS.UncleBob.TheBowlingGameKata
		Students of a kata study it as a form, not as a conclusion.
		It is not the conclusion of the kata that matters, it's the steps that lead to the conclusion.
		This is part of the kata when demonstrating TDD to others, but is not part of the "Design Sense" of the kata itself.
	www.butunclebob.com /ArticleS.UncleBob.TheBowlingGameKata (0 words)

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