Karate (空手) (/ kəˈrɑːti /; Japanese pronunciation: [kaɾate] ⓘ; Okinawan pronunciation: [kaɾati]), also karate-do (空手道, Karate-dō), is a martial art developed in the Ryukyu Kingdom.

Dec 2, 2025 · Karate, unarmed martial-arts discipline employing kicking, striking, and defensive blocking with arms and legs, with an emphasis on concentrating as much of the body’s power …

USA Karate is proud to honor Fariba Madani for her outstanding dedication to the World Karate Federation, where she has served as one of the sport’s most respected officials for more than …

Sep 9, 2023 · Even the basic Karate style that Gichin Funakoshi brought from Okinawa to Japan has morphed into something new. Now, not even 100 years later, various different types of …

Shotokan Karate is a weaponless martial art developed in Okinawa and Japan that emphasizes power and efficiency in combat. Training is based on the Shotokan trinity: kihon (basics), kata …

Apr 23, 2025 · Karate in its modern form was established around 400 years ago in Japan, with its roots mainly derived from Chinese Kung Fu. See Step 1 below to start teaching yourself the …

The World Karate Federation aims to promote karate as a sport and to inform about everything related to this activity

We teach real, traditional Karate to kids, focusing on skills like impulse control and leadership that will serve them for the rest of their lives in a fun, disciplined environment.

What is Karate? Learn about the history, styles, techniques, and benefits of Karate — a traditional Japanese martial art that builds strength, discipline

Jan 22, 2024 · As Karate continues to evolve, it remains a unifying force for practitioners across borders, reinforcing its cultural importance and historical roots. To explore the origins and the …