Karate Kata - Saifa

This video shows how to do the "Saifa", a popular karate kate, which belongs to the Shorei Ryu style. The english translation for "Saifa" is "To Smash Something". It's said that the saifa was developed on a boat somewhere in the south of China. That's why there aren't many movements to the sides. In Chinese Mandarin this karate kata is called "Zuo Fa". For more karate videos, click here. Also don't forget to check out the animated karate section.

Execution

The saifa involves a lot of close combat techniques, circular arm movements and a couple of front kicks (mae geri).
In this kata, defense and attack techniques are often executed with the same arm.
The saifa teaches a few very important self defense principles.

Advice

The circular arm movements show a strong Chinese influence.
Slide on the balls of your feet and concentrate on your breathing.
If possible, video tape yourself.

Performance

In this Video: Kyokushin Karate Club La Paz Bolivia
Expertise: Kyokushin Karate
Location: La Paz Bolivia Av. Rigoberto Paredes 1234
Taped by: Mavi

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