Sanchin-Ichi for everything
Master Linda Gonerka is back with insight on our first form, Sanchin-Ichi. Breathing, focus, isometrics… Whether you are trying to get back in shape or just trying to improve over-all. Sanchin-Ichi has it all. Now, it’s up to you to use it to build yourself into the sanchin-ka you wish to become. Work with Master ...
Learn moreWhen you stumble over an obstacle, allow your opponent to fall over it
We’ve all heard the expression: “When life gives you lemons, make lemonade”. Let’s modify the above phrase into self-defense terms: “When an opponent gives you a fist, wrap-up his arm”. A metaphor Sanchin-Ryu uses frequently in it’s various concepts and strategies. When we learn about this aspect of Sanchin-Ryu, we can be a little doubtful, ...
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Carolyn Hinckley, Rest in Peace
We are saddened to learn that Carolyn Hinckley died earlier this morning. Carolyn was a special part of the O.S.K.A., volunteering as a counselor at the Youth Leadership Super Camp and as an assistant instructor in various classes in the Kalamazoo, Michigan area. Carolyn studied Sanchin-Ryu with us for over ten years, earning her black ...
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As summer comes to a close… Youth Leadership Sanchin-Ryu Camp highlight video!
As summer comes to a close. We thought we’d share a video from this summer’s Youth Leadership Sanchin-Ryu Camp. This video was originally shown to parents and campers at the end of Sanchin-Ryu Camp. Kudos to district master Chris Yonker for putting this together. He did a great job at capturing friendships, excitement and overall ...
Learn moreUsing the Spear-Hand with Basics (Filmed in Exeter, New Hampshire)
Spear-hand strikes are often thought to be used only by experienced masters. This notion, of course, is not totally inaccurate. However, the reason has less to do with natural ability as it does with simple, consistant practice. Avoiding the spear-hand training has the unfortunate side-effect of stunting the growth of other open-handed strikes (such as ...
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Watch DojoChat LIVE from your iphone!
Last night I kept getting pulled from my computer for one reason or another, and I found myself missing the workout. I picked up my phone and watched DojoChat on the run! Here’s a great application for all iphone users. Ustream Viewer is an application that’ll let you watch DojoChat LIVE from your iphone. What’s ...
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August 31st, 2009 . By District Master Jake Biernacki
Watch DojoChat LIVE from your iphone!
Last night I kept getting pulled from my computer for one reason or another, and I found myself missing the workout. I picked up my phone and watched DojoChat on the run! Here’s a great application for all iphone users. Ustream Viewer is an application that’ll let you watch DojoChat LIVE from your iphone. What’s ...
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September 8th, 2009 . By jdearman
As summer comes to a close… Youth Leadership Sanchin-Ryu Camp highlight video!
As summer comes to a close. We thought we’d share a video from this summer’s Youth Leadership Sanchin-Ryu Camp. This video was originally shown to parents and campers at the end of Sanchin-Ryu Camp. Kudos to district master Chris Yonker for putting this together. He did a great job at capturing friendships, excitement and overall ...
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March 4th, 2010 . By jdearman
Children Karate Programs in Coldwater [Video]
Childrens Karate Sanchin-Ryu in Coldwater Recently the Sanchin-Ryu Karate kids and family class was featured on the local news in Coldwater Michigan. The class is led by Sensei Peggy, a long-time Sanchin-Ryu Dojo member. She’s doing some very cool things there and deserves the recognition. Let’s all show out support and get out to Coldwater ...
Go thereKickin’ it Old School
Introduction In this article and workout, I want to address Sanchin-Ryu’s strategy and approach when it comes to kicking. Sanchin-Ryu’s approach to all of its techniques relies on the ability to perform them under stress in all environments and by all people. Using this approach, what you will find is, Sanchin-Ryu uses kicks that all ...
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