Karate blocks… Are they really blocks? The truth about “uke-waza”
The techniques known as "uke-waza", mistakenly interpreted by many as "blocks", actually have other varied and highly effective applications
Fundamental technical concepts of old style karate
Old style karate uses a rich terminology to refer to the fundamental techniques of the art. Here you will learn about these terms, recorded in historical books and oral teachings.
CHŌKI MOTOBU WAS WRONG… OR WAS HE?
In a famous picture master Choki Motobu demonstrates an application for Naihanchi Shodan kata. It has been widely shared as a correct application, but that doesn't seem to be the case.
Kake-Kumite/Kakedameshi: The original free sparring of Karate
Here is an article written by Muidokan member Bruno Chagas, originally published on his blog, Puro Karate. The text addresses kakedameshi, kake-kumite and kakidī, historical concepts of Okinawan karate. The…
What is old style karate?
Old style karate is an expression used to refer to the pre-modern version of the art. Among the main characteristics of old style karate are...
Defensive power of historical karate techniques in close range fighting
What do the historical teachings of karate say about close range defense? Read the article and check this incredible video demonstrating it!
Muidokan Karate Kenkyukai
Since its development in the Kingdom of Ryukyu (in the region where today is the Japanese prefecture of Okinawa) to the present day, the martial art that we now know…