Learn about Chito-Ryu Karate - Katas, Techniques, etc.

Chito-Ryu is one of the traditional styles of Karate. It was formed by Tsuyoshi Chitose, an Okinawan born in 1898.

Given Tsuyoshi Chitose's experience as a doctor and Karate practitioner, he developed a powerful martial arts system that combined practical self-defense techniques with a focus on health benefits. According to the International Chito-Ryu Karate-Do Federation of Australia, "In 1946 Dr Chitose developed the Chito-Ryu system based on his lifetime of study as the 6th master of To-de (pre-cursor to modern day Karate), combining the strengths of Shuri no Te (now known as Shorin-Ryu) and Naha no Te (now known as Shorei-Ryu) with his knowledge of physiology."

Beyond learning unarmed combat skills, Chito-Ryu students also practice with traditional martial arts weapons such as the Bo (staff), Tonfa and Nunchaku. Moreover, Chito-Ryu has it own unique katas such as Shihohai.

You should also visit the Karate section of our community site in order to discuss Karate techniques and/or meet Karate students/instructors.

Main Elements of Chito-Ryu Karate

• Chito-Ryu Katas - Katas such as Shihohai, Seisan, Niseishi, Bassai, Chinto, etc.
• Karate Kicks - Instructions for Karate kicks such as the Mae Geri and Mawashi Geri
• Karate Punches
• Karate Hand Strikes
• Karate Elbow Strikes
• Karate Blocks
• Karate Stances
• Martial Arts Weapons such as Bo Staff Techniques
• Kumite (Sparring) Techniques & Drills
• How To Tie Your Belt In Karate
• Karate Terminology
• How To Count In Karate - Japanese Numbers
• Japanese Language
• Karate Stretches & Warm-Up Routines
• Stretching, Warm-Up Exercises, Conditioning and Strength Training

References

1. United States Chito-Ryu Karate-Do Federation, THE FOUNDATION YEARS (1683 - 1950), http://www.chito-ryu.com/index2.html, Added - 07/10/14
2. Chitoryu Karatedo, What is Chito-Ryu?, http://www.chitoryu.co.jp/en/what00.html, Added - 07/10/14
3. International Chito-Ryu Karate-Do Federation of Australia, What is Chito-Ryu?, http://www.chitoryu.com.au/about/index.php, Added - 07/10/14