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How to prepare for Grading in Karate

Part of Karate is the process of grading. What is Grading? Gradings are a test of your skills and how they are integrated.  As you reach higher levels in your ability and understanding of martial arts, students must also be able to do more skillful and precise moves. During black belt grades- the highest levels – students are tested physically and mentally, and then in their knowledge of theory as well. Coloured Belts Achievement of a grade is represented by… Read More »How to prepare for Grading in Karate

Tips for beginners learning Karate

When we start to learn something new, especially in a class format like Karate Classes, it can feel daunting and our self-consciousness can get the better of us. Sensei Leo Ming has some points to keep in mind, so that you can enjoy your classes, and get the most out of your karate learning journey. Sensei Leo Ming suggests that you should do no preparation for your class, as a new student. “I usually like to see the student in… Read More »Tips for beginners learning Karate

How to choose to train in Karate

When considering taking up Karate as your hobby or sport, here are some points to consider Karate over other sports. Self Improvement While training the body, one learns about the Okinawan or Japanese culture; such as its history; its tradition of respect in the symbol of bowing, and the distinction in seated bows, standing bows and the reasons behind this. One also learns about discipline by way of being on time, by way of dress code, and mind and body… Read More »How to choose to train in Karate

Weapon Training

Recently Kaicho Akamine come from the Okinawa island of Japan to Johannesburg. He gave a Karate weapons workshop, which Sifu Leo Ming attended. Akamine is an 9th dan and head of Ryu Kyu Kobudo. Hiroshi Akamine was born in 1954 in Tomigusuku City, Okinawa Prefecture, as the fourth son to Eisuke Akamine, the second President of Ryukyu Kobudo Hozon Shinko Kai. At the age of 6, he was given instruction in Karate by his father.  He began his serious practice… Read More »Weapon Training

Kobujutso Karate with Weapons

Kobujutso is the Japanese term for “Traditional Martial Arts’. It is a form of karate that is a combination of open or empty hand techniques, and the proficient training in the use of weapons inspired from domestic and farm tools. Here are two of our teenage students demonstrating the use of the sai (a set of dagger-shaped truncheons) and the bō (a very tall and long staff or stick weapon): For more about classes in Johannesburg in Kobujutso Karate, contact your… Read More »Kobujutso Karate with Weapons

Bowing and Uniforms in Martial Arts

Learning the arts such as taiji and or martial arts has many interesting facets. One of the most fascinating is the aspect of bowing. What is bowing ? What does it mean? Why do we do it? Is it a gesture which has been handed down through generations? Before reading further, have a think about what it means to you. Significance of Bowing in Tai Chi and Karate Bowing at the door when entering the class is a sign of… Read More »Bowing and Uniforms in Martial Arts

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Testimonial about Karate Classes with Leo in Johannesburg

Sifu Leo Low Ming received this message from the father of his long time Karate students, Ben and Sam: “Hi Leo, Our family will head overseas for a year of living, schooling and working. We hope to be back thereafter, ready for more of your classes. Many thanks thus far for your patience and skill as teacher to Ben and Sam. I know that they will miss your classes. We hope we can find a way to continue with karate… Read More »Testimonial about Karate Classes with Leo in Johannesburg

Our Venue for Karate Lessons in Parkview, Johannesburg

We offer Kobujutsu Karate lessons at both Parkview Junior School and at Parkview Senior School Lessons at Parkview Junior School are held inside the school hall, with lots of natural light from high windows and ample fresh air. The hall has more than enough space to allow kids to run around and do their workouts. At Parkview Senior School, lessons are held inside the wooden floored school hall. There is plenty of space for running and workouts. Lots of natural… Read More »Our Venue for Karate Lessons in Parkview, Johannesburg

Our Venue for Tai Chi and Karate Lessons in Parkview, Johannesburg

The beautiful school grounds of Parktown Girls High in Parkview, with many old, large trees, is the venue for our tai chi and karate classes. Three times a week, we enjoy the quiet of the school after the students have left for the day. In summer we have tai chi lessons on the grass field, under the shade of the big Oak Tree, and karate in the Studio. You can hear the birds chirping and a few cicadas singing as… Read More »Our Venue for Tai Chi and Karate Lessons in Parkview, Johannesburg