Seisan
From Shorin Ryu.
Emphasizes a
straight-forward
stance, seiken
tzuki blocking,
the mae geri,
and rapid
technique.
Seiuchin
From Goju Ryu.
Emphasizes a
strong, low
stance in which
the heels are
shoulder-width
apart and the
feet are
pointed out on
a 45° angle.
It also
stresses
reinforced
blocks and
punches, breath
control, and
powerful
techniques.
Naihanchin
From Shorin Ryu.
It is known for
its
"toe-inward"
stance (uchi
hachiji dachi).
Designed for
fighting with
one's back
against a wall
or on a ledge.
Most movements
are performed
in a lateral
direction.
Wansu
From Shorin Ryu.
It is referred
to as the
"dumping
form"
because of the
throw it
contains. The
technical term
for this throw
is kata garuma.
Sanchin
From Goju Ryu.
It emphasizes
strong
technique and
breath control.
The names means
"three
battles",
and refers to
the control of
mind, body, and
breath during
the performance
of the kata.
Chinto
From Shorin Ryu..
It derives its
name from
Master Chinto.
This kata
emphasizes
pivots and
fighting on
angles. Chinto
is one of the
most difficult
kata to perform
while
maintaining
good balance.
Kusanku
From Shorin Ryu.
It derives its
name from
Master Kusanku.
Designed for
fighting under
conditions with
limited light,
and teaches
evasive
techniques.
Sunsu
This is the
kata that
Master
Shimabuku
personally
developed, and
bears his
nickname. It is
the longest and
most difficult
kata to
perform.
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