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WHY ISSHINRYU KARATE?

Isshinryu (One Heart/Mind) was developed By Hanshi Shimabuku, Okinawa’s Grand Master of Shorin-ryu, who devoted his life to the study of karate. He was a master of Goju-ryu; studied Kobayshi-Ryu under famous Master Chotokan Kiyan and under legendary Master Motobu. He then studied the art of Bo and Sai weapons defense and Tee-faa under Okinawa’s most noted instructors. Master Shimabuku combined the best of these styles into Isshinryu, which epitomizes the powerful, lightning-fast techniques that in ancient times enabled the weaponless Okinawans to defeat the sword-wielding Samurai warriors of Japan.

  

Isshinryu’s main objective is the perfection of one’s self through both physical and mental development. As students learn the art of self-defense, they acquire self-confidence, serenity and the ability to concentrate. Isshinryu karate combines a well-rounded exercise program with some important advantages over other styles:

 

1. Isshinryu kicks and punches are thrown from natural stances, eliminating wasted motions and giving you split-second advantages over opponents using other styles.

2. Isshinryu stresses proficiency with both hand and foot techniques, making it a versatile form of karate because you eliminate obvious weak points.

3. Isshinryu is a realistic style of karate stressing “close-in” techniques necessary for street fighting” where you haven’t time for elaborate wind-ups of other styles.

4. Isshinryu is a sensible form of karate, with snap-punch and snap-kick techniques that permit you to move in and out quickly without committing yourself to a disadvantaged position should you miss or misjudge.

5. Isshinryu is more adaptable to the American physique temperament than the other more rigid styles because the Grand Master Shimabuku designed it to follow natural body movements.

6. Isshinryu will put you into better physical shape because it provides you with an aggressive exercise program that will improve your muscle tone, suppleness, speed and mind.

7. Isshinryu will help you in your job since the mental and physical conditioning provides you with an opportunity to “wind down” from daily tensions and frustrations.