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What's your favorite middle block? Here I describe mine and realize that these techniques we call "basic" really have a lot more to them, than you remember. Especially for those of us that have been doing this for a long time. I hope this is helpful.

My favorite middle block Goju Ryu shows many types of middle blocks. In this video I descr...

Here is a video about Sanchin and how to NOT think about the hand.

Sanchin hand This video shows the Sanchin Ich kata and a short discussion about how to think, or NOT think, about the punching hand.

We had our 5 year anniversary celebration and had some promotions. Thanks to everyone for your support and helping make this dojo a great space for training.

Naya Dojo Promotion class 2026 04 23

Tonight we are having a celebration of the 5th year since beginning work on our barn. It takes many hands and we are grateful to each and every one.

Karate is the best exercise.

Neither walking nor running: Harvard’s top recommended activity to keep people over 55 healthy and fit - African In Space There’s a surprising secret to staying energetic, sleeping better, and keeping your mind sharp after 55—and it’s not what you might expect. If you think

Congratulations to Walter on his promotion to 9th Kyu !!

The 2025 Brewster Taira Bunkai seminar was a great event. Sensei Taira brought his usual humor and techniques for us all to work on. I am very grateful for Aivaras Engelaitis Sensei for joining us for this seminar and being an invaluable help. Of course, Sensei Mialda was a great host. It was nice to see so many new faces and friends from years ago. Looking forward to the workshops next!

It was an honor for a longtime friend of Sensei Tanka to visit my dojo. This is Raphael "Ralphy" Neris. An all around great guy.

Great beginner class tonight !!