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Monthly Archives: May 2012

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Take Cover !

May 21, 2012by Zanshin Kai - Karate Glasgow Leave a comment

Introduction The cover is a tactic that has soared to prominence in the traditional, sporting and self defence martial arts circles over the past decade. For the sake of clarity […]

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The Land of Karate – documentary

May 20, 2012by Zanshin Kai - Karate Glasgow Leave a comment

The following ‘Land of Karate’ documentaries can be viewed here or below.  The series is a continuing piece of work hence check the above address every so often for episodes 6 and […]

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Awareness: A Partially Understood Tenet of Self Defence

May 18, 2012by Zanshin Kai - Karate Glasgow Leave a comment

Today it is hard to go to a self defence seminar without hearing about the importance of being aware. Yet when we actually get to the topic of being aware […]

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Understanding violence
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25 minutes of Bunkai

May 15, 2012by Zanshin Kai - Karate Glasgow Leave a comment

Great post from Iain Abernethy showcasing 25 minutes of bunkai.  Can be viewed direct off his site or below. In the last few weeks I’ve added 25 minutes worth of […]

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Zanshin Kai Scotland – Largs course photos

May 11, 2012by Zanshin Kai - Karate Glasgow Leave a comment

Zanshin Kai Scotland recently held a weekend residential course at the Sports Scotland complex in Largs, Ayrshire.  The course included everything from a stretching class, bunkai from Heian Godan, grappling and lots of padwork.  Complete details […]

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Classic Zanshin Kai photos

May 4, 2012by Zanshin Kai - Karate Glasgow Leave a comment

Kenny managed to uncover a few photos from the club back in the day, soon to be posted in the main gallery however for a sneak preview see below!  Some great […]

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