I read that Gichin Funakoshi described Shorin Ryu as: "with motions as quick as those of a bird in flight . . . with techniques of blinding swiftness, which are the elegant result of intensive training." (Karate-do Kyohan.)
How does Shorin Ryu compare to Uechi? More stress on speed or power? Im a newbie to all the karate styles so would appreciate any and all info. Thanks in advance!
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Modern Okinawan karate has its origins from three main factions: Shuri te, Naha te, and Uechi ryu.
Shuri te is the oldest of the Okinawan methods and is the body of knowledge that evolved into the various Shorin styles. Its origin is a mixture of Chinese and native Okinawan fighting methods, and the blending of this information is credited to Sokon Matsumura (1809-1901). Much of what people think of as karate or taequondo today owe their kata origins to this lineage. It is characterized by the deep front and horse stances, linear blocks, and closed-fisted attacks. It emphasizes external strength, offensive techniques, and evasion tactics on the defense.
Uechi ryu is the new kid on the Okinawan block, and owes most of its origin to Fuzhou fighting methods around the turn of the century. It is characterized by shallow stances, circular blocks, and open-handed techniques. Sanchin kata is the foundation of the system. The style is thought of as a defensive system.
Hope that helps.
- Bill
Modern Okinawan karate has its origins from three main factions: Shuri te, Naha te, and Uechi ryu.
Shuri te is the oldest of the Okinawan methods and is the body of knowledge that evolved into the various Shorin styles. Its origin is a mixture of Chinese and native Okinawan fighting methods, and the blending of this information is credited to Sokon Matsumura (1809-1901). Much of what people think of as karate or taequondo today owe their kata origins to this lineage. It is characterized by the deep front and horse stances, linear blocks, and closed-fisted attacks. It emphasizes external strength, offensive techniques, and evasion tactics on the defense.
Uechi ryu is the new kid on the Okinawan block, and owes most of its origin to Fuzhou fighting methods around the turn of the century. It is characterized by shallow stances, circular blocks, and open-handed techniques. Sanchin kata is the foundation of the system. The style is thought of as a defensive system.
Hope that helps.
- Bill
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Shorin Ryu does stress speed at first and under the guidance of a qualified teacher the power will naturally develop over time.
Mr. Glasheen characterization more accurately depicts Japanese styles that were originally based on Shorin Ryu. However the Japanese styles have undergone significant changes in style and execution of techniques such as Mr. Glasheen points out.
Shorin Ryu uses a short front stance and the predominate stance in the kata is a high backstance (typically displayed in modern boxers), there is also considerable circular techniques that have been virtually eliminated in the Japanese system of Shotokan.
Mr. Glasheen characterization more accurately depicts Japanese styles that were originally based on Shorin Ryu. However the Japanese styles have undergone significant changes in style and execution of techniques such as Mr. Glasheen points out.
Shorin Ryu uses a short front stance and the predominate stance in the kata is a high backstance (typically displayed in modern boxers), there is also considerable circular techniques that have been virtually eliminated in the Japanese system of Shotokan.
