TYGA Karate Bollington

HAPPY EASTER
NO session tomorrow / 4th April

Reminder there is no class today.

Forgot to post last week!!

Thank you to Grand Master Gary Wasniewski 10th Dan, for a fantastic outdoor course! Congratulations to all the students who took their gradings!

Proper fist alignment and straight punch mechanics — power comes from structure, not force.

commonly called a reverse punch (Gyaku-zuki) in karate.

That knocked the wind out of his sails 🤣 #fblifestyle #funny #kids

The reason karate gi (karategi or dōgi) jackets are always worn left side over the right is due to a long-standing Japanese cultural tradition.
Cultural and Historical Reasons
Respect for Tradition: The practice originated from a Chinese-influenced clothing code adopted in Japan during the Nara period (718 CE) which mandated the left-over-right style for all robes. Adhering to this rule shows respect for the martial art's culture and heritage.
Symbolism of Life and Death: In traditional Japanese culture, the only time a garment is worn with the right side over the left is when dressing a person who has passed away for burial. Wearing it the "wrong" way while alive is considered a grave error.
Practicality (Historical): Historically, this closure method also served a practical purpose for the predominantly right-handed samurai class. Wearing the left panel over the right allowed for an unobstructed path to draw a sword carried on the left hip, preventing the hilt from getting caught in the garment.
Modern Martial Arts Context
In the dojo, the rule persists as a sign of respect and discipline. The uniform (gi) itself promotes a sense of equality among practitioners, as everyone, regardless of their social standing outside the dojo, wears the same attire. The correct way to wear the gi is a fundamental aspect of martial arts etiquette.

👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 love his enthusiasm and confidence! We’ve all done it. Have you?

Congratulations to Patricia and Eli for competing and bringing back 1 Gold and 2 Bronze to Bollington!

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Thank you GM Gary Wasniewski for a great day!