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Gert Corfitzen Jürgensen

Hi, I’m Gert Corfitzen Jürgensen

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Strength training – Yes or No!

Are you doing strength training alongside your Karate? If not, then maybe you should consider it. Strength training is essential for your development within Karate. The purpose of strength training ...

The history of Japan’s mythical lion dogs, known as shisa

The history of Japan's mythical lion dogs, known as shisa, is rooted in Okinawan folklore and cultural traditions. Shisa is often depicted as a pair of lion-like creatures, with one ...

The Naihanchi Kata

The Naihanchi Kata is a very old Kata, which can be found in many different styles and variations. The special thing about this Kata is the movement in a straight ...