Okinawa Shorinjiryu Karate-Do

Overview

History

Photos

Videos

Schools

Description of Okinawa Shorinjiryu Karate-Do

Submitted by: EvinP

Modernized style inspired by Uruma-Te Shorinjiryu, Pangainoon Karate, Chinese Ryujin Kempojutsu, as well as Fighting methodology incorporated from Korean & Persian Martial Arts.
Both modern & traditional conditioning are utilized. Selected Ryukyu conditioning
tools, along with Plyometrics, Calisthenics, and tension/relaxation exercises are
employed in the body mechanics optimization & maintenance.
Pragmatism is the underlying emphasis in all aspects of this style.
*******************************
Okinawa Shorinjiryu Katas:
* Ten-No-Kata [heaven]
* Ku(Sora)-No-Kata [sky]
* Chi-No-Kata [earth]
* Sanchin Kata [three battles]
* Seisan Kata [thirteen hands]
* Sochin Kata [monks of peace]
* Sanseiru Kata [thirty six]
*******************************
Dakentai Waza:
Kempojutsu striking techniques, targeting vital points
Kobudo:
Rokushakubo (Bo) Practicing Shishiryu Bojutsu Katas
Tantojutsu__Keibojutsu__Jojutsu__Tanbojutsu__Toifajutsu
Jiujutsu & Grappling___Wrestling & Koshi-te
*******************************
KARATE-"DO":
BUSHI(warrior)___MEIYO(honor)___KISOKU(code)
*******************************
SHINJO(the Creed):
* Responsibility to community & defense of defenseless
* Sacrifice in battle; loyalty to family; service to community
* Mindfulness &awareness in thought, speech and action
* Honest work & dedicated training of mind & body
SEIKO(meditation):
* Self reliance & integrity through self sufficiency & contentment
* Discipline of Mind by meditation & inner peace
* Rejection of prejudice, judgement of others, hate & Injustice
* Respect & tolerance for others by cultivating peace understanding
SEIGAN(oath):
* I am A disciple of the Way(Do),and I commit myself to Truth, Service,
and Tolerance. I will treat myself and others with love,respect
and reverence. I acknowledge all living creatures right, to A
life of peace, joy, and emancipation.

Description of Okinawa Shorinjiryu Karate-do

Submitted by: EvinP

Modernized style inspired by Uruma-Te Shorinjiryu, Pangainoon Karate, Chinese Ryujin Kempojutsu, as well as Fighting methodology incorporated from Korean & Persian Martial Arts.
Both modern & traditional conditioning are utilized. Selected Ryukyu conditioning
tools, along with Plyometrics, Calisthenics, and tension/relaxation exercises are
employed in the body mechanics optimization & maintenance.
Pragmatism is the underlying emphasis in all aspects of this style.
*******************************
Okinawa Shorinjiryu Katas:
* Ten-No-Kata [heaven]
* Ku(Sora)-No-Kata [sky]
* Chi-No-Kata [earth]
* Sanchin Kata [three battles]
* Seisan Kata [thirteen hands]
* Sochin Kata [monks of peace]
* Sanseiru Kata [thirty six]
*******************************
Dakentai Waza:
Kempojutsu striking techniques, targeting vital points
Kobudo:
Rokushakubo (Bo) Practicing Shishiryu Bojutsu Katas
Tantojutsu__Keibojutsu__Jojutsu__Tanbojutsu__Toifajutsu
Jiujutsu & Grappling___Wrestling & Koshi-te
*******************************
KARATE-"DO":
BUSHI(warrior)___MEIYO(honor)___KISOKU(code)
*******************************
SHINJO(the Creed):
* Responsibility to community & defense of defenseless
* Sacrifice in battle; loyalty to family; service to community
* Mindfulness &awareness in thought, speech and action
* Honest work & dedicated training of mind & body
*********************************************************************
SEIKO(meditation):
* Self reliance & integrity through self sufficiency & contentment
* Discipline of Mind by meditation & inner peace
* Rejection of prejudice, judgement of others, hate & Injustice
* Respect & tolerance for others by cultivating peace understanding
*********************************************************************
SEIGAN(oath):
* I am A disciple of the Way(Do),and I commit myself to Truth, Service,
and Tolerance. I will treat myself and others with love,respect
and reverence. I acknowledge all living creatures right, to A
life of peace, joy, and emancipation.
*********************************************************************

Evolution or Resolution

Submitted by: EvinP

One of the distinguishing features of our style , is the constant evolution and modification of the tenets of transmission of curriculum.
As A healthy and vibrant tree , needs constant pruning and attention , to remain
A living and viable Martial Arts style, we modify and improve on minute details
of our Style.
The roots of the Teachings are kept fairly pure and original ; whilst the
interpretation of techniques and methods of application are updated singularly. Our view of Combat is very pragmatic , and we examine individual patterns and movements , in order to test the efficacy of utilization. We eradicate only what is superfluous and redundant , but we never lose sight of our ancestors and our responsibility in maintaining their legacy with due respect and diligence. We pay proper homage to those who came before us , but we don't worship and exalt them in the manner of idol-worshipers.
We employ modern techniques of combat , irregardless of the source and our
view is untainted by bias and prejudice. Martial science and pugilistic psychology
is greatly under-utilized in traditional Martial Arts , and we are hopeful that this trend will change , and as other things , if there is no evolution , there will inevitably be atrophy and extinction.
Human beings as with all other creatures in nature , do not act like robots and break-down their movements spontaneously. In Martial Arts we should follow the same way , but time and time again we have witnessed the opposite of this philosophy. Our actions and movements should flow and have relaxed fluidity and
animal characteristic in its manifestation. It should not be artificial or
atypical of human mode of action and behavior. Everything we do should be
carried out without tension , and with fluid grace and innate naturalness.