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 (kara means empty; te means hand) Art of the empty hand. Karate or karate-do is a martial art developed in the Ryukyu Islands from indigenous fighting methods and Chinese kenpo. It is primarily a striking art using punching, kicking, knee and elbow strikes and open-handed techniques such as knife-hands and ridge-hands. Grappling, locks, restraints, throws, and vital point strikes are taught in some styles. A karate practitioner is called a karateka. Karate can be practiced as budo, as a sport, as a combat sport, or as self defense training. Traditional karate places emphasis on self development (budo). Modern Japanese style training emphasizes the psychological elements incorporated into a proper kokoro (attitude) such as perseverance, fearlessness, virtue, and leadership skills. Sport karate places emphasis on exercise and competition. Weapons (kobudo) is important training activity in some styles. Karate training is commonly divided into kihon (basics or fundamentals), kata (forms), and kumite (sparring). At NAAMA: At NAAMA our style is based on the Korean art of "Tang Soo Do" but incorporates techniques from Japanese, Chinese, Okinawan and Western styles. Training in the martial arts teaches you discipline and respect since this is a military art, but you also learn tradition and self defense. Training in martial arts is also a terrific way to stay in shape or get in shape in a family orientated atmosphere. Available Ranks:
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