I recently attended a local Karate tournament, Atanta Cup if any of you have heard of it. My experience with it was horrible. All the katas emphasized rediculously low stances (greater than 90 degree bend) and literally 2-3 second kiais. In addition, all the movements were exceedingly choppy and had definite breaks in the movement. Kumite however, was my biggest disappointment. Once again, everyone insisted on kiai for 2-3 seconds. Furthermore, the whole fighting experience was more touch oriented. Yes, I know it was point....but I never expected point fighting to be harmless fighting.
I've only trained in Karate for 2 years and most of my philosophy knowledge is from literature written by the old day Okinwan masters. Am I just expecting too much from tournaments or am I looking for the wrong things? I know there are ppl on this forum who are much better than me, so if you can, please tell me if my experience was a one time bloop or if I should expect that everywhere. Thanks.
I've only trained in Karate for 2 years and most of my philosophy knowledge is from literature written by the old day Okinwan masters. Am I just expecting too much from tournaments or am I looking for the wrong things? I know there are ppl on this forum who are much better than me, so if you can, please tell me if my experience was a one time bloop or if I should expect that everywhere. Thanks.
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