SenshinRyu Karate Yatton is a popular and well-respected karate school located in Bristol, South West England. Founded in 1995 by Ex International Peter Dennis 8th Dan, it is part of the Senshin Karate Association (SKA) and offers karate classes for people of all ages and fitness levels.
The classes at SenshinRyu Karate Yatton are disciplined, as expected for a martial art, but also maintain an aspect of fun, allowing the whole family to participate. Children as young as 5 years old are welcome to join, and there are also older students who are well into their sixties. This school believes that people of all walks of life can enjoy the many benefits that karate training offers.
Karate is not only a great form of self-defence, but it also provides all students with the opportunity to improve their character and develop inner confidence. Training at SenshinRyu Karate Yatton allows individuals to improve their fitness while simultaneously learning essential skills for their physical safety.
The official SenshinRyu Karate website is designed to be informative and inspirational for all visitors. It provides information on the different karate techniques, such as the Three K (Kumite, Kata, and Forms), as well as etiquette, the chief instructor, and times and venues for classes in various locations including Clevedon, Ashton, Nailsea, Portishead, and Clifton.
Despite belief to the contrary, Karate is a relatively young art/sport that was developed in Okinawa for defence against the oppressive Japanese forces. However, its origins can be traced back to China and India, and even to Europe and Greece where the first fist fighting and wrestling techniques were developed.
Karate is primarily a form of unarmed combat, utilising the hands, feet, elbows, and knees to deliver powerful blows, kicks, and strikes. The name Karate do refers to 'the way of karate' and is a teaching method designed to develop the mind and body together.
Different styles of karate exist, each with its own unique characteristics. Some styles emphasise power, while others focus on speed or incorporate throwing techniques from Judo. Some styles have strong competition elements, while others completely avoid competition. SenshinRyu Karate Yatton recognises that karate can be both competitive and non-competitive, and strives to cater to each individual's preferences and goals.
Ultimately, there is no definitive answer to which karate style is the best. It all depends on what suits each individual best. SenshinRyu Karate Yatton invites individuals to explore the unique sport of karate and take from it whatever they choose.