So much more than a class. It is history, a lineage, a way of life, and it’s YOURS.
ISSHINRYU (ish • in • roo)
Isshinryu translates to: “One-Heart-Way” or “Whole-Heart-Method”. It was created by Master Tatsuo Shimabuku and was recognized in Okinawa as starting in 1956. Isshinryu is an Okinawan martial art style, and consists of kata and techniques derived from Shorinryu, Gojuryu and Kobudo (weapons). Isshinryu is a synthesis of all these styles combined, including innovations from Master Shimabuku.
Characteristics of the Isshinryu system include:
Straight-forward practical self-defense techniques
Upright, natural stances
Using Vertical fist
Low kicks
Snapping hand and foot techniques
Flexibility in use of techniques (strikes can also be blocks; blocks can be strikes)
Blocking with (muscle) part of forearm
Use of Kihon (basic techniques) in place of beginner kata
“The time to strike is when the opportunity presents itself.”
— Master Tatsuo Shimabuku, founder of Isshinryu
THE DAICHI DOJO LINEAGE
CLICK THE IMAGES BELOW TO EXPLORE THE LINEAGE OF THE DAICHI DOJO THROUGH EACH OF THE TEACHERS WHO CAME BEFORE US
