Kata is the living encyclopedia of Karate. There are many degrees of understanding that come from study, practise and contemplation.
The kata
listed are first taught and then the principles of containment
and combat are applied according to the level of the student.
Each kata emphasizes a different strategy and set of techniques.
However ultimately all kata contain the same essence so it is
not necessary to have to learn as many kata as possible, best
to master a few.
Level 1
Gekiha
Sanchin sanpo
Unshu
Saifa
Sanseiru
Level 2
Tensho kata
Seiunchin
Sochin
Niseishi
Sancin
Level 3
Sepai kata
Kururunfa kata
Seisan kata
Suparinpe