by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Dec 24, 2015 | Blog, Karate Glossary, Karate Glossary "B"
What Does Bunkai Mean? Bunkai bun·kai \ˈbün-ˈkī\ noun Definition: This refers to kata applications being used in a demonstration with real opponents. Bunkai is very useful, as it shows how each stance and movement in karate is used. View More Karate Glossary Terms:...
by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Oct 21, 2015 | Blog, Karate Glossary, Karate Glossary "B"
What Does Bushido Mean? Bushido bu·shi·do \ˈbu̇-shi-ˌdō\ noun Definition: A general martial arts term rather than being strictly a karate one. It is a Japanese word for the Samurai life and is loosely based on the concept of chivalry. Its literal meaning is “military...
by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Aug 1, 2014 | Blog, Karate Glossary, Karate Glossary "B"
What Does Bo Staff Mean? Bo Staff bo·staff \ˈbō\ staf\ noun Definition: This is a long wooden stick that is usually 1.8 meters in length. Although pine wood and bamboo are sometimes used, hardwood such as red or white oak is the favored material for a bo staff. View...
