Goju Ryu Karate DVD 1: Sanchin Kata by Morio Higaonna

The Essence lies within the Kata!

Morio Higaonna, a representative of the Goju-Ryu Karate-Do and one of the leading figures in Naha-te, explains in-depth the techniques and spirit passed down from the founder, Chojun Miyagi, across two comprehensive volumes.

Volume 1: Sanseiken Chapter
Focusing on the most crucial kata in Goju-Ryu, "Sanseiken," this volume introduces supplementary physical conditioning exercises using equipment, known as "Hojundo," and the practice of "Kakuyu" to master dynamic movements.

Contents:

• Hojundo

  • Grip Bottles (Closed hand type, Open hand type, Rotation)
  • Kongoken (Rotation, Body contact, Throwing, Squats, Rotation, Push-ups, Throwing - left/right, Raising)

• Sanseiken

  • Demonstration (First/Second)
  • Posture, Footwork Techniques (First/Second)
  • Breathing Techniques, Closing

• Kakuyu

  • Basic movements and technique examples

Instructor & Supervisor: Morio Higaonna
Born in 1938 in Naha City. Trained under Miyagi Chojun's senior disciple, Miyagi Anichi. With the guiding principle that "It begins and ends with the kata," he serves as the Chairman and Chief Instructor of the International Okinawan Goju-Ryu Karate-Do Federation (IOGKF), imparting knowledge worldwide.

Miyagi Chojun (1888-1953)
Trained in Naha-te under Kanryo Higaonna. Renowned as the founder of Goju-Ryu Karate-Do, one of the four major styles. Throughout his life, he dedicated himself to the advancement and popularization of karate, earning the title of "bushi" due to his exceptional skills and character.