Where did Uechi Ryu come from?
Where did Uechi Ryu come from?
Uechi Ryu is a traditional Okinawan style of karate developed by Kanbun Uechi in the early 1900’s, following Kanbun’s training for a number of years in China. On May 5, 1877 Kanbun Uechi was born in Izumi, a small village in the Takinto mountain area on the Motobu peninsula of northern Okinawa.
What is the difference between Shotokan and Goju Ryu karate?
When it comes to individual karate styles; Shotokan involves long, deep stances and powerful long range techniques. Goju-ryu places emphasis on Sanchin kata and its rooted Sanchin stance, and it features grappling and close-range techniques.
Which karate style is best for street fighting?
Shotokan Karate Traditionally taught Shotokan is effective for street fighting and self-defense. Students learn techniques that work in the real world as well as practice with students of other sizes and ability levels to develop their skills against attackers of all types.
Is Uechi-ryu a good martial art to learn from?
It is a privilege to be able to learn from Master Yee’s vast knowledge from not only Uechi-ryu but also his many other martial arts styles. These influences are easily seen, especially Wushu and Wing Chun, when exploring the soft side of Uechi-ryu.
What do all of the Uechi-Ryu teachers have in common?
To my knowledge, all of these teachers share a common bond, consisting of the physical movements of Uechi-ryu and mutual respect for their fellow instructors. To my knowledge, each of these individuals have an open mind and will respect other interpretations of our system.
Is Uechi-Ryu Gasshuku an iukf affiliated dojo?
We are proud to be an IUKF affiliated Dojo and look forward to your next visit on January 11 th and 12 th 2020 for our Honolulu Uechi-ryu Gasshuku Regional Workout. Recently 9 th degree and newly appointed president of the IUKF, Darin Yee, paid a visit to our school in Knoxville, TN.
What can you say to Sensei Yee?
Sensei Yee, thank you for your on-going efforts in building a highly supportive International Uechi-ryu Karate Federation, and especially for travelling so far across the globe to help us become better Karateka! Mahalo nui loa for embodying the Spirit of Aloha!
