This section examines some of the key philosophies & concepts underlying traditional martial arts such as Karate, Taekwondo and Kung Fu.
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Key Martial Arts Philosophy & Concepts
- Budo – Budo is the Japanese term for Japanese martial arts and means the “Martial Way”.
- Bushido – The Japanese philosophy known as “The Way of the Warrior” which combined elements such as honor, duty and self-sacrifice.
- Fa Jin – Chinese for “Release Energy”.
- Hara – Hara is the centre of the soul or the repository of life force.
- Ki – Life Force” in Japanese martial arts. Qi or Chi is the equivalent in Chinese martial arts.
- Meditation – This section focuses on the uses and objectives of meditation in martial arts training.
- Mushin – “No Mind” concept used in Karate. This is a state where one can act and react without hesitation.
- Qi or Chi – “Life Force” in Chinese martial arts. Ki is the Japanese equivalent.
- Qigong or Chigung – Ways to practice improving your Qi.
- Zanshin – A term used in Japanese martial arts that means alertness/readiness and a higher state of awareness.
- Zen – Many Japanese martial arts have been influenced by the traditions of Zen Buddhism.
Karate Philosophy & Concepts
- Goju-Ryu Dojo Kun – Rules for the Goju-Ryu dojo and everyday life.
- Isshin-Ryu Code
- Isshin-Ryu Creed
- Kyokushin Dojo Kun – Rules for the Kyokushin dojo and everyday life.
- Kyokushin Karate – Eleven Mottoes – These are the eleven key mottoes of Mas Oyama and Kyokushin Karate.
- Shotokan Dojo Kun – Rules for the Shotokan dojo and everyday life.
- 20 Principles of Shotokan Karate – Guiding principles for Shotokan Karate.
Taekwondo Philosophy & Concepts
- Tenets of Taekwondo – Taekwondo (ITF) – The five basic tenets that serve as a guide for all students in the International Taekwondo Federation (ITF).
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