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This page is primarily a growing martial arts encyclopedia largely in response to many frequently asked question but also has interesting topics and points of view to improve the journey to enlightenment of martial arts.  You will need to be a registered member to be able to use this encyclopdedia.

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Term Translation In Addition
shiko-dachi Horse-riding stance. A low and stable stance good for holding your ground Practicing the stances not only has self defence applications but it also provides strengthening and stretching of the lower limbs
dojo Place of learning - where you train  
sensei Teacher  
sempai Senior Student   
shihan Master Instructor  
kyu Your Rank   
gi Uniform  
hai "Yes"  
iie "No"  
osu "I understand" Also used to show respect and spirit
kata Practice form  
bunkai Applying kara forms to real life situations  
kumite Sparring or Fighting  
ippon kumite One-step sparring  
dachi Stance  
tsuki Punch  
rei Bow  
kamae Posture  
tai sabaki Body Shifting Used to avoid having to absorb the full power of an attack head on. 
yoi Ready position  
yame "Stop"  
hajime "Go"  
mawatte "Turn around"  
  

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