In karate, hitting, thrusting, and kicking are not the only methods, throwing techniques and pressure against joints are included … all these… — Gichin Funakoshi Copy Share Image
The ultimate aim of Karate lies not in victory or defeat, but in the perfection of the character of its participants. — Gichin Funakoshi Copy Share Image
What you have been taught by listening to others' words you will forget very quickly; what you have learned with your whole body you… — Gichin Funakoshi Copy Share Image
Beginners must master low stance and posture, natural body positions are for the advanced. — Gichin Funakoshi Copy Share Image
The spirit of karate practice and the elements of training are applicable to each and every aspect of our daily lives. — Gichin Funakoshi Copy Share Image
In karate, hitting, thrusting, and kicking are not the only methods, throwing techniques and pressure against joints are included … all these techniques should… — Gichin Funakoshi Copy Share Image
You must be deadly serious in training. When I say that, I do not mean that you should be reasonably diligent or moderately in… — Gichin Funakoshi Copy Share Image
Success, cannot be attained alone. Any person's time and power is limited. A wise leader enlists others in working toward organizational goals. — Gichin Funakoshi Copy Share Image
Remember that you must always have a deep regard for courtesy, and you must be respectful and obedient toward your seniors. — Gichin Funakoshi Copy Share Image
Once a kata has been learned, it must be practised repeatedly until it can be applied in an emergency, for knowledge of just the… — Gichin Funakoshi Copy Share Image
