Gō, which means hard, refers to closed hand techniques or straight linear attacks; jū, which means soft, refers to open hand techniques and circular movements.

The Goju-ryu Bujutsukan is an organization authorized to carry on Goju-ryu, which was passed down through Okinawa. We are dedicated to its preservation and carrying on its traditions …

He was the first of the Okinawan masters to name his art. Although he named his art GoJu Ryu, he seldom used the name nor did he raise any signs using it. Though there are much deeper …

Don't know where to start? Here is a guide to Goju Ryu basics for beginners! This video introduces you to the very basics of Goju Ryu, the building blocks upon which everything is built.

Oct 20, 2021 · Well, in this blog, I will be taking you through the different nuances of Goju-Ryu karate by tracing its history, katas, belt system and other features. So, without further ado, let’s …

A brief introduction to the many concepts, theories, and applications within traditional Okinawan Goju Ryu Karate. Muchimi, sticky hands, push hands, yin & yang, balance, and proper …

The International Okinawan Goju-Ryu Karate-do Federation (IOGKF) is the largest traditional Okinawan Karate organization in the world.

Seisan is an extremely important Kata in Goju-Ryu and many hours should be given to its practice. It has a wealth of knowledge and information contained within it. Seisan epitomizes …

What is Goju? Gōjū-ryū 剛柔流, (Japanese for "hard-soft style") is one of the main traditional Okinawan styles of karate, featuring a combination of hard and soft techniques.

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