Hanratty on Karate

Sensei Hanratty describes some of the body's natural weapons and the best targets to use them against.

Sensei Hanratty wraps up this series of discussions about karate camps. Some of the topics he discusses in this episode:-A karate camp at CFB Esquimalt, in Victoria, BC-A camp at the army and naval academy in Carlsbad, California-The role of ability vs. capability in grading-Dissecting a kata for applications

In this ongoing discussion of karate camps, Sensei Hanratty touches on the following: -Some Japanese instructors he got to know-His involvement with starting the WSKA-A camp he taught in the San Bernadino mountains-A great camp he attended in Sunderland, UK-A very memorable camp in San Diego, with Sensei Ray Dalke

Sensei Hanratty continues his discussion of what he enjoyed about the karate camps he has attended, including those in La Jolla, California, and Banff National Park.

Sensei Hanratty continues his discussion of karate camps. In this episode, he discusses the following:-Attending camps in California hosted by Sensei Nishiyama -A friendly match he participated in between the Dubai team and the UK team -A karate camp he used to host in Banff National Park

Sensei Hanratty begins a series of discussions about karate camps. In this episode, he describes camps and competitions he attended at the Crystal Palace in South London in the 1960s.

In this episode, Sensei Hanratty wraps up his discussion of kumite by discussing the following:-Importance of proper mindset-Difference between predator and prey-Voice as a weapon-How mental attitude leads to success in karate and life-Why some people, even if they have good techniques, aren’t good at kumite-Why “Mental attitude is everything”-Concept of personal space -How violence is a form of c...

Sensei Hanratty offers more tips on teaching kumite, including: -Different drills for teaching kumite -Importance of situational awareness and attitude for self defence -Steps in the psychological ladder-Different kinds of timing-Attacking the intention

Sensei Hanratty offers tips for teaching kumite.

Sensei Hanratty offers tips on how to effectively teach kata.

Sensei Hanratty discusses the most common injuries suffered by practitioners of karate and other martial arts, including how to identify and treat them.

Sensei Hanratty begins this series of episodes about karate instruction by discussing the following: -What belt to wear when joining or visiting a club -How he started teaching in the UK and then Canada -Origins of his instructors' course and Shotokan Instructor's Handbook -Coaching training he’s done Key quote: "You ease into instruction through necessity.”

Sensei Hanratty discusses what karate has in common with golf, another sport he loves. He touches on the following: -The importance of a good mental attitude -The difference between criticism and correction -His impressions of the first club he trained at in Canada -The value of karate over most sports Key quotes: "A strong spirit carries a weak technique.” “Do it for yourself – do it for you...

Sensei Hanratty discusses the following: -importance of looking at the weapon used in each kick -stretches to help your kicks -value of using kicking pads -kicking drills, particularly for front kicks -when to make kime during a front snapping kick

Sensei Hanratty offers some thoughts on his surprise 80th birthday celebration earlier this month, at which he was awarded his 9th Dan. He also discusses what’s kept him fit and interested in karate all these years, an upcoming trip that some of his students will be taking to Okinawa, a few thoughts on weapons training, and past karate camps he's enjoyed.

Sensei Hanratty, who recently celebrated his 80th birthday and also received his 9th Dan, discusses the following: -The best way to handle a return to training after an extended break. -Students who visit dojos other than their own. -The importance of staying relaxed and fluid during kumite. -Developing your full physical potential. Key quote: “Classes are kind of like a living thing.”

Sensei Hanratty continues his discussion of common misconceptions about karate and other martial arts, particularly as they're depicted in movies and TV shows. Some of the questions answered by Sensei Hanratty: -Is it realistic to block multiple techniques before deciding how to respond? -Can someone develop their body or mind to become immune to pain? -Does a trained martial artist have a def...

Sensei Hanratty is joined by Angus Rogers, chief instructor of Heads of the Valleys Tang Soo Do, based in Wales, for a conversation about the similarities and differences between Tang Soo Do and Shotokan karate. Recipes Do Not Make Delicious Meals: https://shorturl.at/tvc5K Angus Rogers' YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@HOVTangSooDo

Sensei Hanratty discusses the kata Unsu (cloud hands) – where it comes from, when it came into the Shotokan system, and what it means.  

Sensei Hanratty concludes his four-part series on Japanese history by covering the Meiji period, a major period in the dissolution of the samurai class and the Shogunate.

Sensei Hanratty discusses the Edo period, sometimes informally referred to as the "samurai period" because it was dominated by the Tokugawa shogunate, a military government led by the shogun, with the samurai class at the top of the social hierarchy. Sensei Hanratty also shares three famous revenge stories that illustrate the samurai code.

Sensei Hanratty discusses common misconceptions about karate and other martial arts, particularly as they're depicted in movies and TV shows. Some questions answered by Sensei Hanratty: -How long do real fights last?   -Are high kicks and jumping kicks practical in a street fight? -Can a 120-pound person defeat someone twice their size, if they have enough training? -Is it realistic to disarm an a...

Sensei Hanratty continues his exploration of Japan's past, including an in-depth discussion of the Bushido Code.

Sensei Hanratty answers questions that new karate students, as well as those thinking of starting training, might have. The questions are posed by his former student (and producer of this podcast) Dan Kostka. Some topics covered: -The meaning and purpose of formality in the dojo -Why traditional dojos use Japanese terminology -Common fears new students might have

Sensei Hanratty goes deep into the past to discuss the pre-historical roots of the Japan that would later give rise to Samurai and eventually karate.