Karate-Do Israel IOGKF

The art of Naha-te, founded by Kanryo Higaonna Sensei, forms the basis of Goju Ryu Karate. Kanryo Higaonna Sensei was born in 1853 and was part of the lower gentry. He longed to study in China the art of Chinese Kempo, however, was lacking in financial means until he was introduced to the owner of a ship.

Fortunately, the owner granted him passage and Kanryo Higaonna Sensei soon arrived at the port city of Foochow, the only city in China engaged in trade with Okinawa at that time. Eventually, he was introduced to Master Ryu Ryuko. Kanryo Higaonna Sensei spent sixteen years in Foochow, China, studying under Master Ryu Ryuko and become like a son to him…

Due to the recent easement in the Covid19 situation, and in accordance with government regulations, regular training are gradually starting again. We look forward to meeting you face to face once again
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Our Dojos

In our dojos we teach traditional Okinawan Goju-Ryu karate to all ages, both women and men. You are invited to register with us and join the hundreds of trainees who have studied and are studying in our schools, and start a long and fascinating path in the world of karate. Go to the club link to find a dojo in your area of residence and get in touch. We will be happy to see you at a upcoming training session

Meet our instructors

All instructors and coaches in our dojos, are authorized members of the I.O.G.K.F (International Karate Federation of the Okinawan Goju-Ryu System,) and have received their current rank under the patronage of Sensei Morio Higaonna, 10th Degree Black Belt, the Chairman of the I.O.G.K.F.

Each instructor carries with him his personal qualities and talent which he passes on during the training sessions. We believe that every trainee is special and should be taught and evaluated individually.

Our Galleries

We are happy to share our experiences and memories with you. The gallery is at your disposal, enjoy

Kata

ספרים רבים מתייחסים לקאטה כסדרה של תנועות לחימה שמבוצעות כנגד יריב דמיוני. למרות שהסבר זה נכון טכנית הוא למעשה מבלבל ומפספס את העיקר. למעשה אימון הקאטה הינו מתודולוגית אימון שמטרתו ללמד אומנות לחימה מוכחת. לכן, אימון הקאטה מחולק לשלבים. בשלב הראשון לומדים את התנועות, הנשימה הנכונה, והאיזון האידיאלי בין מתח להרפיה בתנועה. בשלב הבא לומדים איך להשתמש בתנועות כדי להגן על עצמך כנגד התקפה מתוכננת מראש. בשלב האחרון המתאמן מבצע רנדורי או קרב אימונים חופשי. בנוסף האימון הוא מעגלי וכולל ביצוע של הקאטה, הגנה עצמית נגד התקפות מתוכננות, רנדורי וחזרה לביצוע של הקאטה.