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 History of Karate

History of Karate

Karate goes as far back as the 18th Century, it therefore does not come as a surprise that it  has so many benefits for adults or children any size, height, weight or even with certain disabilities.
If you want to become a good sports (Rugby, Tennis, Cricket, etc.) player it is said that Karate sets the platform for future athletes in other sports.
Karate has so many advantages that in order to perfect the Art it takes many years. That is why it is very unique as it is a system that one does not get bored with.
For more in depth information of the history and starting of Goju Ryu see the article entitled  -- History of Goju Ryu
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Karate in General

Goju Ryu Karate is therapeutic for people suffering from intrinsic and extrinsic disorders such as : 

  • Gross Motor Co-ordination dysfunction
  • Cardiovascular fitness
  • Balance and eye-hand co-ordination
  • Hyperactivity
  • Overweight
  • Concentration problems
  • Circulation problems
  • Stress and hypertension
  • Muscle Dystrophy
  • Muscle toning
  • Diciplin
  • Bilatural Intergration
  • ADD/ADHD
  • Self Defence

 

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Karate for Children

Karate for children is extremely good as it teaches them discipline and understanding the value and harmony of life. Children can take part as early as 5 years of age.
They begin to enjoy the atmosphere, training, shouting and releasing all their hyperactivity on the Dojo floor instead at home.
Children like to feel a sense of belonging amongst their peer group and enjoy training with a sense of competition. They can in turn show off what they have learned either to their friends, teachers or family.
Their sense of balance and eye hand co-ordination starts to develop at an early age and most important their concentration becomes better as they continue with Karate.
Karate guarantees your children results after a years practice, especially their attitude becomes more positive and they gain lots of confidence & enthusiasm.
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Karate for Women


Let’s not forget that Karate means “empty hand” and is a form of self-defense.
More and more women are taking up Karate because they are the soft targets of crime. Self-defense becomes second nature to women. 
 
They adapt quickly to karate and tend to enjoy it better as they gain physical and mental stimulation.
Karate teaches women to protect themselves and family members to any outside threat and most of all they learn that through Karate their biggest form of defense is awareness.

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Karate and Self-Defence

The trained karate-ka are able to unleash tremendous physical power at will  through the coordination of one's mind and body. With this ability, even a small person will have the power to deliver a devastating blow to any attacker. Goju Ryu is a close range self-defence system characterised by circular blocks, joint manipulations and kicking techniques to lower body targets. Dynamic tension and breathing are major elements in its training, incorporated in many of the kata.Let’s not forget that Karate means “empty hand” and is a form of self-defense.

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