The primary resource for Traditional Karate-Do: Okinawa Goju Ryu, Vol. 2 is the authoritative book by Morio Higaonna, specifically subtitled "Performances of the Kata" . Originally published in 1986, this volume is a critical technical guide for practitioners of the International Okinawan Goju-ryu Karate-do Federation (IOGKF) and general students of the style . Core Content: Performances of the Kata
Traditional Karate-do: Okinawa Goju Ryu, Vol. 2: Performances of the Kata Book Details
🥋 Discussion: For those who have studied this text: Which kata explanation in Vol. 2 helped your training the most? Did it change how you viewed the kakie (sticking hands) drills?
Hojo Undo (Supplementary Training): Okinawa Goju Ryu emphasizes the importance of conditioning and strength training. Vol. 2 provides guidance on traditional training methods and equipment used to develop the physical attributes necessary for effective karate practice.