KARATE

JUDO

JIU-JITSU

 What is karate? 

Karate or formally Karate-Do means the way of the open hand. This martial art originates in Japan and has various styles such as Shotokan and Kyokushin. At Pathway Martial Arts we teach a traditional Okinawan Karate that is a kin to Kyokushin (the ultimate truth). Through the three Ks of karate (Kihon, Kata, Kumite) we hone our bodies and minds to self mastery.

At pathway Martial Arts Karate is the art you will learn for striking. The goal is to train students in a striking style that integrates well into judo and jiu-jitsu. The principles of Kyokushin fit well both philosophically and physically with the other arts.

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What is Judo? 

Judo which translates to the gentle way is a form of grappling where the goal is to throw, pin, and or submit your opponent. The most common thing people think of when they hear judo is the Nage-Waza (throwing techniques). 

At Pathway Martial arts we learn several Judo throws and takedowns which sets students up for grappling. When learning the practical aspects of martial arts there are three areas to learn; stand-up techniques, transition techniques (throws and takedowns), and grappling techniques (submissions). You don't need to know every throw there is in Judo, however, if you get good at a few throws and takedowns then you will have an arsenal to use in class, competitions, or in the unfortunate case where you may have to protect yourself. 

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What is Jiu-Jitsu?

Jiu-jitsu means the gentle art. This martial art is an off shoot of Judo and the jiu-jitsu most people are familiar with are Brazilian Jiu-jitsu and 10th Planet Jiu-Jitsu. This martial art consists of takedowns, grappling, and submissions. Some jiu-jitsu schools don't even start standing when they spar (practice fight) with each other, instead they start on their knees. 

Just like with Judo, we don't expect students to learn every submission, instead our curriculum consists of several submissions that focus on certain areas of the bodies. Some examples would be neck attacks such as the rear naked choke and the guillotine choke. This is the last art we teach to round out students to make them the best martial artist they can be. 

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