Karate (空手) (/ kəˈrɑːti /; Japanese pronunciation: [kaɾate] ⓘ; Okinawan pronunciation: [kaɾati]), also karate-do (空手道, Karate-dō), is a martial art developed in the Ryukyu Kingdom.

Dec 2, 2025 · Karate, unarmed martial-arts discipline employing kicking, striking, and defensive blocking with arms and legs, with an emphasis on concentrating as much of the body’s power as possible at …

The World Karate Federation aims to promote karate as a sport and to inform about everything related to this activity

Sep 9, 2023 · Even the basic Karate style that Gichin Funakoshi brought from Okinawa to Japan has morphed into something new. Now, not even 100 years later, various different types of Karate are …

Apr 23, 2025 · Karate in its modern form was established around 400 years ago in Japan, with its roots mainly derived from Chinese Kung Fu. See Step 1 below to start teaching yourself the basics of this …

Shotokan Karate is a weaponless martial art developed in Okinawa and Japan that emphasizes power and efficiency in combat. Training is based on the Shotokan trinity: kihon (basics), kata (forms), and …

Karate is characterized by linear kicking, blocking and punching techniques executed by strong stances. It is an artform that uses powerful movements. The historical origin of martial arts movements can be …

Jan 22, 2024 · As Karate continues to evolve, it remains a unifying force for practitioners across borders, reinforcing its cultural importance and historical roots. To explore the origins and the individual …

Dec 5, 2025 · The AAU was founded in 1888 to establish standards and uniformity in amateur sports. During its early years, the AAU served as a leader in international sport representing the U.S. in the …

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