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The Hanratty on Karate Podcast features fascinating conversations with Sensei John Hanratty and guests about karate techniques, training methods, and philosophy. Sensei Hanratty, 8th Dan, has taught thousands of students...
show moreSensei Hanratty, 8th Dan, has taught thousands of students over the past 50+ years at seminars all over the world.
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Hanratty on Karate
Hanratty on Karate
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The Difference Between Coaching and Teaching
2 JUL 2024 · Sensei Hanratty discusses the differences between coaching and teaching, as well as: -The importance of distance exercises -Developing your favourite techniques -Dangers of being a "passive aggressor" -The role of correction by instructors -Types of "kyo" (state of being off) -
Benefits of Karate as You Age
25 JUN 2024 · In addition to the benefits of karate as you age, Sensei Hanratty discusses the following: -The roots of karate in Okinawa. -Why there are so many karate organizations. -Author Patrick McCarthy's Habitual Acts of Physical Violence (HAPV) theory. -Author Hermann Bayer's theory on the hidden movements in karate. -
JKA Seminar with Sensei Tatsuya Naka
4 JUN 2024 · Sensei Hanratty discusses a Shotokan seminar he recently attended in Toronto, Ontario. The seminar was hosted by the Toronto JKA and was taught by Sensei Tatsuya Naka, 7th Dan, a full-time JKA instructor who has starred in several films. Hanratty covers highlights of the seminar, the differences between kata and street fights, the contents of a typical beginner class, and more. -
Facing Adversity: The 2001 WSKA Tournament and 9/11
28 MAY 2024 · Sensei Hanratty and his guest Robert Hargreaves, president of the CSKA, reminisce about the 2001 WSKA Tournament held in Prague, Czech Republic. Sensei Hargreaves offers a fascinating account of how Canada's karate team dealt with being stranded in London in the wake of 9/11. They also discuss how karate builds character and helps people deal with adversity. -
Dealing With Training Plateaus
20 MAY 2024 · Sensei Hanratty discusses how to overcome training plateaus. He also shares memories of the 1997 WSKA competition in Riverside, California. Also, mountain camps and the benefits of elevation training are covered. -
Memorable Karate Competitions
7 MAY 2024 · Sensei Hanratty provides a recap of the 40th Annual Competition held this week by the Canadian Shotokan Karate Association (CSKA) and offers some tips for effective refereeing. Hanratty also reminisces about hosting the first WSKA competition in Calgary in 1991, along with some other memorable competitions in which he has participated. -
Exploring the Power of Kime and Chi
30 APR 2024 · Sensei Hanratty discusses the often misunderstood concept of kime, as well as the related concept of chi. Hanratty also discusses karate’s role in building mental and physical resilience. From this episode: “It’s such a shame that [couch potatoes] are never going to experience the absolute joy of making a technique work and being at your absolute fittest.” -
One of the Best Fights I Ever Saw
23 APR 2024 · Sensei Hanratty describes one of the best fights he ever saw, which took place in 1977 at Crystal Palace, in south London, between Shotokan legends Steve Cattle and Terry O’Neill. He also discusses the differences between KUGB (Karate Union of Great Britain) rules and sport karate rules. -
Grading the Tournaments
16 APR 2024 · Sensei Hanratty delves into the history of karate competitions, including some of the more controversial and colourful individuals involved. He also discusses the purpose of competition and the variations in how points are awarded by different organizations, particularly the JKA and the WKF, as well as in the Olympics. -
Introduction to Karate Stances
9 APR 2024 · Sensei Hanratty discusses the principles of basic karate stances, looking at the distinguishing features of inside tension and outside tension stances.
The Hanratty on Karate Podcast features fascinating conversations with Sensei John Hanratty and guests about karate techniques, training methods, and philosophy. Sensei Hanratty, 8th Dan, has taught thousands of students...
show moreSensei Hanratty, 8th Dan, has taught thousands of students over the past 50+ years at seminars all over the world.
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