- Volume 14 Table of Contents

- Articles



8 Hirokazu Kanazawa - Budo's Living Treasure - Don Warrener

Don Warrener gives an inside look at Kancho Kanazawa plus the making of "Mastering Karate", a DVD series on training with Kancho Kanazawa as well as great quotes and classic images.

13 American Samurai's First Master Class

Steve Montgomery - speaks candidly on training and influences - a tough competitor who has traveled a wide path. He also gives insight to American Samurai's first Master Class Series. See how one of the contributors tells it like it is.

17 In Memory of Taiji Kase - Martin Fernandez

Master Taji Kase - Europe's senior karateka passes on. Martin Fernadez shares his interview with sensei Kase, a unique look back at modern karate's evolution from one of the original students.

19 26th International Martial Arts Symposium - Ridgely Abele

The International Martial Arts Symposium is a rare opportunity for participants to see a wide range of styles, products, and instructors. Ridgely Abele talks about this years event.

22 "Hey Tommie" - Doug Adamson

The rules of respect work in and out of the dojo. Doug Adamson illustrates this universal karate truth.

40 Clinic Report: Sensei Randall G. Hassell - Rick L. Brewer

Rick Brewer brings you into the dojo for a clinic with one of karate's well known Sensei.

41 Training in Okinawa - Dave Roth

Ever want a chance to dig at the very roots of karate? Dave Roth tells about the adventures of a group of instructors as they travel and train in Okinawa.

42 Returning to Karate-do at Age 50+ - Dave Murphy

Just when some people are thinking about slowing down Dave Murphy is ramping up. Read about the not so uncommon experiences of an elder practitioner.

- Interviews

Master Kanzawa talks about some his career highlights - like winning the 1957 Tokyo National Championships with a broken hand - and tells what "Oss" means to him.

11 Steve Montgomery - Bill Bly

American Samurai talks with Steve Montgomery about his experiences as a young karteka and his new found love of kassai-kai karate, which marries modern bunkai with traditional kata forms.

14 Yoshiharu Osaka - Karate's Perfect Form - Jose Frauguas

Jose Fraguas' in depth interview with Osaka establishes the mind and body relationship. Osaka defines karate vs. karate-do and gives enlightenment to this long and arduous journey.

17 Kase Interview - Martin Fernandez

Master Taji Kase - Europe's senior karateka passes on. Martin Fernadez shares his interview with sensei Kase, a unique look back at modern karate's evolution from one of the original students.

44 Ali Anissipour - Bill Bly

Preparing to become a world champion while going to medical school? Ali Anissipour provides a model of what it is like to be driven.

- Columns


20 Three different Kinds of Karate - James Melton

Students of karate have different wants and expectations. Only by understanding these expectations will instructors and students achieve their goals. James Melton discusses different kinds of karate and the implications for marketing and practice.

21 The Myth of Higher Standards - John Graden

High standards do not drive students away from karate, lack of motivation does. John Graden discusses the instructor's role in sustaining motivation.

30 First aid kit in your gear bag - Cynthia Crawford M.D.

When you compete, you get hurt. Dr. Cynthia Crawford discusses how to manage when competing in international events and provides a checklist for a must-have personal first aid kit.

31 Training for Yourself - Dr. Clay Morton

Everyone needs to take responsibility for their own karate - whether training in groups or alone. Dr. Clay Morton outlines some of the best ways to compete and train for maximum personal satisfaction.

35 Ready For Healthy Competition? - Dr. Joe Crawford

Dr. Joe Crawford outlines the keys to having a healthy and safe tournament.

46 Preparing for the Karate Season - Cristophe Pinna
France's world-champion karate man extraordinaire reveals his year-round training schedule. Read and learn

- Tournaments & Events


27 2005 Arnold Martial Arts Festival - Kathy Culpepper

28 Atlanta Cup 2005 - Louise Cooper

29 2005 Ozawa Cup - James Tawatao
32 2005 US Open - Katherine Thiry

36 2005 Chicago Classic - Judy Mertel

36 Kick-a-thon Against Cancer - Judy Mertel

38 AAU Region 6 Qualifier / WKC Team Trials

43 Funakoshi Shotokan World Championships - Dr. Clay Morton

 
 
 
 


 
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