Welcome to the martial world, The founder of Karate Goju Ryu was Sensei Chojun Miyagi, he was honored with the title of Bushi, (the worthy warrior, in Okinawa). As a warrior, Miyagi Sensei was worthy of special mention in the history of Japan and karate. Miyagi would always explain Bujutsu (martial arts), in plain language, and talk about how people should live and the order of nature.
But before we continue, don't forget to subscribe to the channel and leave a like and check out the similarly themed playlist with videos like this one. Goju Ryu Karate displays the oldest martial arts traditions and movements. The system is based on the external (GO) and soft (JU) concept , always in consistent harmony, one matching the other.
The art combines traditional Okinawan techniques with internal and external Chinese principles. The gentle (JU), internal Chinese style focuses on circular movements and the development of chi (vital energy), while the external (GO) principle relies on raw, physical strength. Goju Ryu's combination of beauty, disciplined movement, grace and flowing form.
Goju-ryu is a short-range, indoor combat system that focuses on movement efficiency. Goju-Ryu received the greatest Chinese kung fu influence of all Japanese styles of Karate, followed closely by Shorin Ryu and Shito Ryu. Through Goju-Ryu training, the simple act like blocking or attacking will eventually come naturally.
Goju Ryu carries characteristics of Bujutsu, including grappling and throwing techniques, as well as quick, explosive movements generated by the hips. Another characteristic of Goju-Ryu is Ibuki, the famous breathing techniques that were developed in order to put the mind and body in harmony, unite them for a more efficient person and stimulate the internal organs of the body to help reach a state total consciousness. Imagine that with each block you inhale and with each blow you exhale; this would be soft (JU) external (GO).
Reverse the order of the breath and call it hard and soft, GO for JU. There are many other application principles for Ikibuki, and most synchronize the breath with the movement of the body. Kumite or physical combat (it was developed for close-range fighting using the cat stance or the cat leg stance to move quickly and easily to and from other body positions for a more effective fighter.
Buji, meaning absence of conflict or peace. This means that, although harmonized, Goju Ryu is always looking for a better way, there is not necessarily anything wrong with the way everything is done, however, the possibilities are limitless. Chojun Miyagi has made several trips in China Mainland to absorb more skills and improve his art.
Miyagi most often invented and standardized training and modernization of techniques, and created the first named style of Karate - do. Later, he in 1928 introduced Goju Ryu to the mainland There, Gogen Yamaguchi Hanshi , his successor on the mainland, trained and propagated Goju-Ryu . movements.
The emphasis on strength and conditioning, as well as a range of techniques to work with, is an important part of Goju Ryu's focus on close quarters combat. Punch like a Whip When the fist reaches maximum and impact, the squeeze and release creates a snap. What is important to understand from this principle like a whip' or another example is the bungee cord with a ball at the end, the muscles are relaxed and tighten only when they hit the target.
As the end of the lash travels, the lash remains relaxed until it reaches full length. Then, he tenses before returning to a relaxed state dealing maximum damage. Instant tightening of the joints to focus a technique.
This is used to describe stabilizing the body into a solid position by locking the body's joints (knees and hips) and holding the ground with the ankles of the toes, knees and hips, focusing focus and strength, by simultaneous contraction. of the body's muscles at the point of impact that brings techniques from a fluid, declared relaxed designed for speed, to a solid, tense state designed for endurance. This is one of the most difficult concepts to understand in Goju Ryu, as it is necessary to tighten the joints to move the mass of the arm, you must fully relax your body and use physics i.
e. momentum. At the point of impact, you must squeeze every joint in your body and have the correct spinal alignment to take full advantage of the power of the punch.
There are many training practices in the Goju Ryu repertoire for this principle, but the best examples are Kata Sanchin and Makiwara. Allows you to develop the correct posture; tightness and relaxation; and then squeezing the impact and immediately releasing. Sanchin trains the body to tense all the muscles and align the spine.
Eyes see in four directions. Ears hear in eight directions. This means you must be aware of an attack from any of four directions: front, side, bottom, or rear.
The eight directions are not directions of attack but of response. One must hear or be able to read the opponent's attack in order to respond in the right way. That is, by reading the opponent's attack correctly which side is attacking, where is his balance, how much strength is being used in the attack.
These are the eight directions to use against an attack: in compass terms, they are north, south, east, west, northwest, northeast, southeast and southwest. The kata illustrate this movement, i. e.
directional changes in the kata show where the attack comes from and how to move off the center line. The turns in kata do not show the defender turning to face the attacker, but leaving the line of attack in any of the eight compass directions. Always leave the center line when possible.
Always remove your center. Put more simply, get out of the way. Each sequence or series of techniques begins with a block and ends with the opponent on the ground in submission.
To understand kata, look for the beginning and the end. Study the hand-elbow relationship in all techniques and all kata. Block with arms, but attack using wits.
View the techniques as if they were applied in combat on the battlefield, not as if they were restricted to competitions. Bunkai is a response to fully committed or surprising attacks . It is not intended to mimic the sport or a mutually agreed championship.
Techniques that appear to be repetitions are usually meant to be done together. That is, they are part of the same sequence combination, made against a single attack by a single attacker. This is not always the case in kata, but these techniques occur often enough that it should not always be assumed that these techniques are simply meant to practice on the left and right sides.
This is particularly evident when four similar techniques are repeated. When a blocking or grappling technique appears with a step forward rather than a step back, the opponent is already being controlled. This usually means that you already have—and do—control of the attacker's head or arms.
Goju Ryu is one of the most effective forms of karate for self-defense. To begin with, one of the advantages of practicing is that it physically prepares you for combat, the physical transformation of Goju Ryu is beneficial in combat. You will become extremely strong over time, with excellent cardio and mental toughness.
All of these traits are advantageous in combat. If you practice Kumite, you naturally improve your punches and learn to defend yourself, as well as being offensive as a result of your efforts. While not as extensive as judo, it does include some useful takedowns and throws.
The most important thing to remember is that it is a very effective combat strategy, ideal for self-defense. Modern life often deprives us of the exercise necessary for physical and mental health. Goju Ryu karate is especially known for its emphasis on physical training that hones professionals into excellent shape.
Take note of these advantages: It can be practiced at any age. As a lifelong activity, it prevents premature aging. It doesn't require exceptional flexibility or natural talent.
Teaches valuable self-defense skills. It combines strength, flexibility and cardiovascular training, making it a complete exercise. It requires no special equipment or facilities and can be practiced alone or with a group.
It brings you in touch with a tradition and makes you part of a community. Master Miyagi once said: don't hit others and don't allow others to hit you. The goal is peace without incident.
Winning is hard, but winning with honor and integrity and winning without a fight is much harder. But that 's the goal Master Miyagi wanted his followers to strive for. Goju ryu is more about character development than it is about fighting techniques, strategies and winning a fight.
In a world where there is so much ill will and there are many people who want to resolve conflicts with force and violence, true martial artists must look for a way to resolve conflicts as peacefully as possible. Goju Ryu is an effective and beneficial karate style that can be learned. With hardworking and traditional values, you will get in shape and keep your honesty, and it has flexible ways of training, making it very accessible to most people.
All in all, if you're thinking of learning Goju Ryu, it's probably one of the best karate styles in the world. Goju Ryu has gained a well-deserved reputation as a self-defense and sporting martial arts. Thanks for making it to the end of the video.
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