Techniques and Training Methods of Shur-Ryu

In addition to the blocks, punches, kicks and footwork of karate, Shuri-ryu also incorporates joint locks, take-downs, throws, and weapons (kobudo).

Shuri-ryu also has several short self-defense forms and combinations. These include: 26-Ippons (ippon kumite kata), which are performed to develop power and mental focus; 10-Taezus (taezu naru waza) which are performed to develop speed and fluidity; 30-Kihons (kihon kumite kata) which are performed to develop form and fighting technique; and 8-Sente exercises.

Additional training exercises including form sparring (kata kumite), focus stance sparring (kime dachi kumite), free exercise (jiju undo), and free sparring (jiju kumite).

The word Karatedo has three-parts: “kara,” means empty; “te,” means hand; and “do,” means way (empty hand way). The suffix “do” signifies a mental and physical discipline; Karatedo is a physical exercise designed to achieve a mental state. Karatedo is composed of blocking, striking, kicking, sweeping, joint locking, takedowns, footwork and weapons techniques which results in not only the physical ability to defend oneself, but also the development of the mind and spirit. 

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Classes for all ages Monday thru Friday. Focuses on skill development, practical self defense, character development and fitness. Instruction by Renshi Mark Baker, 6^th degree black belt. Ask about pricing and available programs. For more information or to try a complimentary class call 941.343.3688.

Our mission is to produce well-rounded and educated martial artists who are capable and prepared to protect themselves, and to foster peace, humility and compassion through traditional martial arts training.

These are some of the benefits of training in traditional martial arts:

• Increases Awareness
• Self Discipline
• Self Protection Skills
• Improves Coordination
• Increase Self Esteem
• Promotes Good Health
• Increases Flexibility
• Healthy Weight Loss
• Improves Cardio Fitness
• Relieves Stress
• Better Grades in School
• Classes by Age and Rank
• Traditional Values
• Proven Self Defense