Master List of Karate Katas This page looks at the Karate katas used by major Karate styles (i.e. Shotokan, Goju-Ryu, Shito-Ryu, Wado-Ryu, Shorin-Ryu and Kyokushin) and many smaller Karate …

The various styles of karate study different kata, or variations of a common core. Some kata may therefore be known by two names, one in Japanese, the other in Okinawan or Chinese.

Kata Styles: Shotokan (Main Kata) Shotokan (beginner - Taikyoku katas) Goju Ryu Shito-ryu / Ryuei-ryu Download a pdf of all the kata in book form here. For diagrams with steps in different languages, …

A listing and brief description of the katas required of students during belt testing and advancement in Shotokan Karate at IMA.

Jan 1, 2023 · Over the years since Gichin Funakoshi introduced Karate to the world outside Okinawa, different styles of Karate have spun off. Each style has its own Kata list, though some Katas appear …

• Hangetsu: (half/crescent moon) This kata received it’s name from it’s principal stance, hangetsu dachi, half moon stance. (41 moves) • Goju Shi Ho Dai: (fifty-four steps, big) This kata is one of the most …

The kata consists of kicks, punches, sweeps, strikes, blocks, and throws. Body movement in various kata includes stepping, twisting, turning, dropping to the ground, and jumping.

Should there be inconsistency between the number and the name of the kata, the number will be considered the reported kata to be performed. WKF WORLD KARATE FEDERATION KATA …

Four Points of Kata: How to connect technique to technique with footwork in a smooth and natural way. – Waza no Nagare. Three Basic Timings / Tempos for Kumite: Sen = driving kumite. You attack first. …

Jul 2, 2024 · These lists cover the traditional katas practiced in each of these styles. Note that some katas may have variations or different names depending on the specific dojo or organization.