What Martial Art Should I Learn? Discovering Shotokan Karate at Missouri Karate Association
Deciding on a martial art can feel like choosing a path, each with its own challenges and rewards. Are you looking for fitness, mental...
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Nov 14 min read
The Karateka’s Library, Part III: Kumite
By: Jason Kraus In our exploration of the some of the best karate books written, we arrive at the topic that is most difficult to capture...
Oct 303 min read
Looking for Martial Arts Near Me? Here’s Why You Belong at MKA
If you've recently searched for “martial arts near me,” Missouri Karate Association is here to show you how Shotokan Karate can ...
Oct 14 min read
Dojo Visits, Seminars, and Decorum
By: Jason Kraus I have visited many different dojos across the United States, South Korea, and Japan, for seminars and special training...
Sep 92 min read
The First as The Last
B y: Jason Kraus It is important to practice every technique – as much as you are able – as if it is the last one you will ever do. ...
Aug 205 min read
The Karateka’s Library, Part II: Kata
By: Jason Kraus We continue our journey through the Karateka’s Library to the shelf that reads “Kata”. There are literally thousands of...
Jul 303 min read
Mokuso Part 2 – A Deeper Dive
By: Jason Kraus Let us continue our examination of 黙想 as a personal development tool. The following two techniques may be a bit esoteric,...
Feb 144 min read
The Karateka’s Library, Part I: Kihon
By: Jason Kraus There are some books that every dedicated student of karate should have on their bookshelf. They are books that the...
Feb 142 min read
Mokuso – Your Karate Starts Here
By: Jason Kraus Formal karate class begins and ends with a brief period of meditation. The sensei or sempai will direct the class to...
Jan 21, 20213 min read
Developing Kime (Shocking Power)
By: Sensei Avi Rokah 8th Dan How to Develop Kime using mitts, heavy bag or makiwara. Hitting the bag, the mitts or the makiwara, should...
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