ANCIENT KATA, THE OKINAWAN LONGEVITY SECRET. 
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(Kata - "Form")

Katas are a pre arranged sequence of movements practiced by most classic martial arts styles.  Depending on training or health goal, some Katas are done slow, some with tension, and some with speed and power. Some Katas also have all these mentioned aspect in parts of their movements all in one.  Land of Okinawa, by way of China is development place of over 50 of the widely known ancient Katas. There are also many many modern derivatives and versions of these Katas.  O's enjoys, and uses Katas for rehabilitating joint and muscle related disorders including but not limited to hip, knee, back, shoulder, elbow and wrist related issues.  Because of their particular breathing and structural components, some of the  Katas below  are famous for keeping the dedicated practitioners these Katas young and agile.  Besides their excellent anti-aging and health benefits, the hidden movements within Kata constitute the highest level of knowledge up to highest levels of black belt. O's has been practicing these movements since 1976, he recommends and teaches the following list  to his patients :

• ·       Taikyoku Jodan

• ·       Taikyoku Chudan

• ·       Taikyoku Gedan

• ·       Taikyoku Mawashi Uke

• ·       Empi Go

• ·       Gesai

• ·       Ginchoi

• ·       Sanchin

• ·       Gesaku Sho

• ·       Saifa

• ·       Gesaku Dai

• ·       Sayunchin

• ·       Sanseiru

• ·       Tensho

• ·       Seisan

• ·       ShishoShin

• ·       Sepai

• ·       Kurunfu

• ·       Suparunpei

• ·       Kata Han

Below animations show some of the Katas listed above.
Saifa	Sayunchin	Tensho	Sepai

Katas are one aspect of many things we do.  We have the tools, technology, and knowledge to help you where you want to go.  But the journey is yours to take.  Now feel the innate power of your body to heal itself, call us for an Appointment.
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