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Shorin Ryu Karate A Traditional Fighting Style from Okinawa

 

Shorin-ryu Karate is an Okinawan hard-fisted system of self-defense.
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Shorin Ryu Karate History 

The beginnings of Shorin Ryu Fighting Style

FORTY YEARS ago a young Okinawan man arrived on the shores of Alaska-then a territory of the United States of America. The following day, on September 15, l962, Ansei Ueshiro set foot on the mainland of the USA for the first time. He was one of the first Oriental martial artists to bring karate to this country, and he went on to become one of the most influential karatemen in the world today.

At the request of his sensei, Grand Master Shoshin Nagamine, the founder of Matsubayashi Shorin-Ryu, the landmark decision to leave Okinawa was made and agreed upon by Master Ueshiro and his teachers and students. By special visa of the United States government, Master Ueshiro made the voyage in order to bring the art of Shorin-Ryu to America.

The special visa was obtained through the efforts of James Wax and his students here in the United States. On Okinawa, James Wax was the first American to earn a black belt in Shorin-Rvu under the tutelage of Master Ueshiro. On Sensei Wax's return to the U.S. from military service on Okinawa as a U.S. Marine, he opened a dojo in Dayton, Ohio.

James Wax, Robert Yarnall and many of the original American students in the U.S. helped Hanshi Ueshiro establish himself in America. Nevertheless, there were many hardships and difficulties which he had to overcome. But Master Ueshiro was not unaccustomed to hardship. While he was a child, he suffered through the agonies of World War II on his homeland, Okinawa, one of the most violent battlefields of the war. He then endured the aftermath of the war, the rebuilding of Okinawa.

Master Ueshiro, who was physicallv disabled during the war, overrcame this disability by becoming more proficient with his maimed hands than any other karate practitioner of his time. At first, after the injury, some people suggested he wear gloves to hide the disfigurement and scars. He refused and developed tremendous skill, dexterity and strength in his hands and body. He also became world renowned for his bojutsu.

Having overcome so much, he still sacrificed many things in relocating to the U.S. in order to propagate his martial art. The first few years were the most difficult, as he had left his family behind and had to wait several years to be reunited with them. The language barrier, earning a living in a foreign land, and finding a home were just a few of the obstacles he faced in his effort to bring Shorin-Ryu Karate to America. Indeed, since traditional karate is not a lucrative financial enterprise, Master Ueshiro, in order to support his family, became a successful entrepreneur in the import/export field. He recently became a U.S. citizen and we are all honored by this.

Master Ueshiro's fortitude, strength of character, and karate training enabled him to survive and to succeed. Hanshi Ueshiro taught karate, opened many dojo in the East and Midwest, and successfully built the organization to what it is today. Presently there is a network of over 100 Shorin-Ryu Karate dojo in the U.S. which directly trace their roots and heritage to Hanshi Ueshiro or his students.

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Shorin-Ryu Okinawan Karate Question and Answer Book (Paperback) 

This book offers clear, concise information about the origins of karate and it's kata!

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Shorin-Ryu Karate USA/Matsubayashi Karate of Okinawa. Question and Answer format, containing history of Okinawan Karate. Geneology charts, drawings of all postures and techniques of the system. Details of the kata and kumite as well as definitions of karate terminology. Descriptions of the all Okinawan karate masters and their respective teachers and students.

About the Author
Robert Scaglione is Hanshi of Ueshiro Shorin-Ryu Karate USA. Retired New York City Police Officer/Detective and overseas 18 dojos worldwide, USA and including Hong Kong and Israel. He heads up the system founded by world renowned Okinawan Karate Master Ansei Ueshiro (1933-2002).

Shorin-Ryu Okinawan Karate Question and Answer Book

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As a student of Mr. Scaglione, I can whole heartedly reccommend this book. He writes the same information in his book as he teaches in his classes, and this book is considered a bible throughout the school(currently 19 dojos). This book offers clear, concise information about the origins of karate and it's kata, about the courtesy involved, and about all the "details" associated with the art. Learn how to store your gi, how to tie your belt, the japanese terms commonly used in karate class, the traditions of the art, etc. This book is not meant to teach karate, but it is an invaluable source for any student of karate.

Release Date: 12/31/1969

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Shorin Ryu Kata List 

Kata list for Green, Brown, and Black Belts

OKINAWAN SHORIN-RYU KARATE KATA LIST

GREEN-BELT
1. SEISAN
2. NAIHANCHIN SHODAN
3. NAIHANCHIN NIDAN
4. NAIHANCHIN SANDAN
5. ANANKU
6. WANSHU
7. PINAN SHODAN

BROWN-BELT
08. PINAN NIDAN
09. PINAN SANDAN
10. PINAN YONDAN
11. PINAN GODAN
12. GOJOSHIHO
13. CHINTO

BLACK-BELT
14. PASAI SHO
15. PASAI DAI
16. KUSANKU SHO
17. KUSANKU DAI
18. SEIYUCHIN
19. SANCHIN

KOBUJITSU
20. TOYEI NO SAI*
21. TOWATA NO SAI
22. TOKUMINI NO KUN
23. SAKAGAWA NO KUN
24. PINAN NO NUNCHAKU
25. TOYEI NO KAMA

Shorin Ryu Videos from YouTube.com 

Shorin-Ryu Karate Demonstration

Here is a demonstration of Matsumura Seito Shorin-Ryu Karate.

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Seibukan Shorin-ryu karate Demo 

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Shorin-Ryu Karate Tips & Techniques 

Pinan Yodan-Kobayashi Shorin Ryu

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The Essence of Shorin Ryu Karate 

THE ESSENCE OF SHORIN RYU KARATE FEATURING MASTER GEORGE ALEXANDER, 9TH Degree Black Belt

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This tape is an overview of the Shorin Ryu Karate style and explains the essence of the system on one videotape! Okinawa, Japan is the birthplace of karate. Its practice there dates back to ancient times. Shorin Ryu karate is the oldest and most traditional form of Okinawan karate and is based on pure self-defense. Shorin Ryu karate was founded by Bushi "Warrior" Matsumura (1797-1889) who was the bodyguard of the Okinawan king. The Shorin Ryu karate style contains many secret and hidden techniques which are revealed on this exciting video! These techniques include body shifting, pressure points, strikes, kicks, take downs and Tuite joint-locking and grappling. Shorin Ryu karate is practiced mainly by performing the traditional kata of the style. This video includes a complete explanation of the hidden movements and fighting techniques of the kata Pinan Shodan, Naihanchi Shodan, Passai Dai and Kusanku. It also includes demonstrations and explanations of Sparring, Ippon kumite! , Yakusoku kumite (two-man sparring kata 1-6), Bo Kata Sunakake no Kon, Kumibo Sandan (two-man Bo fighting kata), Sai/Bo Ippon Kumite and Self-Defense Applications. A one of a kind video that truly captures "The Essence of Shorin Ryu Karate". 60 minutes

The Essence of Shorin Ryu Karate

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I am so glad I bought this video! Wow! This video explains and teaches so much about Shorin Ryu Karate, I don't know how I got along without it. Great for anyone looking to improve their techniques and gain a better insight into this awesome style of Karate.

Release Date: 09/30/2002

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