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Santa Ana, CA
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What is Karate

There is no simple answer to this question. It is an art with many facets like an intricately cut precious stone. Self-defense is the unifying theme of Karate. All of the training techniques are designed to make the body strong and hard, reflexes quickened and the head, hands, fingers, elbows, knees and other parts of the body conditioned in techniques of defense and offense. The sole reason Karate is a defensive art is that because the blocking techniques are so highly developed, in an actual situation; properly executed blocking techniques will painfully warn the opponent not to pursue his attack further.
People who practice Karate place varying degrees of importance on becoming proficient. Some people train in order to maintain themselves in good physical condition. Karate training over a period of time will increase ones stamina, lower the heart rate, improve blood circulation, strengthen major body muscles, and eliminate excess weight. Training is vigorous enough to work up a healthy sweat. Yobi Undo (Karate Calisthenics) is designed to strengthen the body on one hand and improve flexibility on the other. Most persons will feel healthier when training regularly in Karate. Regular training is conducive to proper eating, deep sleep, and maintenance of body tone, litheness and agility. In addition to the physical demands, Karate requires one to improve his concentration. Some persons are attracted to Karate specifically because of the mental discipline required. Once a student understands the devastating power he can generate, he will avoid any argument, which might lead to physical conflict. With this in mind, he does not have to prove to anyone how strong or brave he is. This is why mental discipline is an important part of Karate training. He will become a suppler person, and will be able to cope with his environment and his every day life. Spiritually, Karate is closely linked to Zen. The training reflects the rigor and discipline of Zen. For whatever reason a person is originally attracted to Karate, they will find that Karate training is a multidimensional experience and if they maintain an active interest, they will, in time, become familiar with each of its facets.

-O'Sensei Bayani Adlawan-

ADLAWAN-HA SHITO-RYU

TKK SHODAN GRADE

After years of vigorous spiritual, mental and physical training, Mario Rivera, Jesus Bautista, Santiago Bautista and Rose Rodríguez performed 27 katas, te-wazas and sparred 12 opponents to receive their black belts on June 4, 2011 at the Blood and Fire Dojo in Santa Ana.

The grading marked a historic moment in our Organization since it was the first time a group of four students tested their self-discipline and skills to earn a shodan.

Friends cheered and parents cried tears of pride as the students knelt on their right knee and removed their brown belts from their waist to receive their shodan.

As the students stood to their feet, the audience applauded louder to recognize the student’s humility to learn, understand and appreciate the art of karate.

Each student wore a kuri obi that displayed his or her name and the Organization’s name in orange embroidery.

O'Sensei Bayani Adlawan once said, “…As my strength increases, I shall seek to cultivate a gentle heart… I will not boast about my skill nor use it maliciously. I shall train with the spirit of humility.”

In honor to O’Sensei’s principles of karate, Kyoshi Mangosing presents a Katana to students who earn their shodan.

The Katana is an honorable gift and a symbol of trust from instructor to student to carry on O’Sensei’s philosophy, a way of teaching that transcends from one generation to the next.

Scholarship:

Acknowledging the support Renshi Jim Manson has provided to our academically strong high school graduates who are eligible for college, the Organization’s scholarship program was renamed on June 4, 2011 to the O’Sensei Adlawan-Manson Scholarship Foundation.

Since the establishment of our Organization in 2004, Renshi Manson has awarded $50 to students for each “A” they earn in two or four-year institutions of higher education.

This year’s recipient of the O’Sensei Adlawan-Manson Scholarship was Mario Rivera, an 18-year-old straight “A” student from Santa Ana High School who will be attending Santa Ana College.

As a 501-C3 Non-Profit Organization, we welcome and appreciate any monetary contribution to our Organization to continue to encourage our students to strive for academic success and participation in the art of Karate.

Principles of Karate

"Henceforth, I shall faithfully train to strengthen my mind and body. I am willing to endure rigorous training to achieve my goal. As my strength increases, I shall seek to cultivate a gentle heart. I shall not use my skills outside the dojo except in the most extreme circumstances. At all times I will try to avoid inflicting injury upon another person. I will not boast about my skill nor use it maliciously"

"I SHALL TRAIN WITH THE SPIRIT OF HUMILITY"

-O'Sensei Bayani Adlawan-

Te-Kenjutsu-Kan Karate-Do
Santa Ana, CA
TKKSensei@te-kenjutsu-kan.com

Home

What is Karate

-O'Sensei Bayani Adlawan-

TKK SHODAN GRADE

After years of vigorous spiritual, mental and physical training, Mario Rivera, Jesus Bautista, Santiago Bautista and Rose Rodríguez performed 27 katas, te-wazas and sparred 12 opponents to receive their black belts on June 4, 2011 at the Blood and Fire Dojo in Santa Ana.

The grading marked a historic moment in our Organization since it was the first time a group of four students tested their self-discipline and skills to earn a shodan.

Friends cheered and parents cried tears of pride as the students knelt on their right knee and removed their brown belts from their waist to receive their shodan.

As the students stood to their feet, the audience applauded louder to recognize the student’s humility to learn, understand and appreciate the art of karate.

Each student wore a kuri obi that displayed his or her name and the Organization’s name in orange embroidery.

O'Sensei Bayani Adlawan once said, “…As my strength increases, I shall seek to cultivate a gentle heart… I will not boast about my skill nor use it maliciously. I shall train with the spirit of humility.”

In honor to O’Sensei’s principles of karate, Kyoshi Mangosing presents a Katana to students who earn their shodan.

The Katana is an honorable gift and a symbol of trust from instructor to student to carry on O’Sensei’s philosophy, a way of teaching that transcends from one generation to the next.

Scholarship:

Acknowledging the support Renshi Jim Manson has provided to our academically strong high school graduates who are eligible for college, the Organization’s scholarship program was renamed on June 4, 2011 to the O’Sensei Adlawan-Manson Scholarship Foundation.

Since the establishment of our Organization in 2004, Renshi Manson has awarded $50 to students for each “A” they earn in two or four-year institutions of higher education.

This year’s recipient of the O’Sensei Adlawan-Manson Scholarship was Mario Rivera, an 18-year-old straight “A” student from Santa Ana High School who will be attending Santa Ana College.

As a 501-C3 Non-Profit Organization, we welcome and appreciate any monetary contribution to our Organization to continue to encourage our students to strive for academic success and participation in the art of Karate.

ADLAWAN CUP