Kyokushin Budo Kai The Ultimate Beginners Guide

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Introduction and Acknowledgements
Welcome!
Thank you for downloading 'Kyokushin Budo Kai: The Ultimate Beginners Guide' from
www.kyokushinbudokai.org. This document and the site which provides it are the premier English language resources
for all things Budokai. Both the site and this guide are freely available and of benefit to practitioners of Kyokushin
Budo Kai, Kyokushin Karate (at times known as 'Kyokushinkai'), Judo, Jiu Jitsu (aka. Ju Jitsu), Free Fight and Mixed
Martial Arts (MMA) worldwide.
As a student of Kyokushin Budo Kai, I have spent many hundreds of hours researching websites, in four different
languages, in an effort to gain as much knowledge as possible concerning the International Kyokushin Budokai, Jon
Bluming (founder and President) and background information concerning the martial arts that make up the Kyokushin
Budo Kai system. I would like to thank all Budoka that have posted material online. Without their efforts - the
construction of this single source of information would not have been possible.
This document has been compiled following many, many, many months of internet research into the
techniques and philosophies of the styles of Kyokushin Budo Kai, Kyokushin Karate, Jiu Jutsu, Judo and
Sambo. I researched it's contents purely for the purpose of PERSONAL development and in order to
improve my understanding as a practitioner of Kyokushin Karate, Judo and Jiu Jitsu under my Sensei,
Charley Herwig (3. Dan), who's Dojo is associated with International Kyokushin Budo Kai. I have decided
to make this research freely available in a single document in order to spare fellow practitioners - present
and future - from having to do the same! Not everybody has the benefit of unlimited time and internet
access!

This document is FREE OF CHARGE and must ALWAYS remain so. If you have paid ANY FEE of ANY KIND then the
'seller' has likely infringed the copyright of the individuals that are responbile for the creation of the original texts
from which much of this guide is compiled.

I feel that the following should be made clear:

Without the time, knowledge and effort of those involved in the production of the information available
on assorted web-sites globaly (in various languages), it would not have been possible for me to collate
this information into a single source. My personal development in Budo owes much to the information
given freely by these Budoka. I offer my heartfelt gratitude for all that they give to the world of Budo.

The material contained in this document is believed to be in the public domain (that is: any 'non-original' material has
been compiled from internet sites where no copyright claim was made) and it is my belief that no copyright has been
broken.

Kyokushin Budo Kai: The Ultimate Beginners Guide consists of material from the following sources:

- Self produced material.
- Material which I have translated from other languages (in the main: German and Dutch).
- Material which I have re-written to improve the readability of texts written by non-natives speakers of English.
- Material directly copied from internet sources (which I believe to be WITHOUT copyright).
- Material which has helped for the basis of my opinions regarding Budo that may have been partially changed to
better reflect my own thoughts.

Again: no copyright has been intentionally infringed and this document is offered NOT FOR PROFIT OR
COMMERCIAL USE OF ANY KIND.

I am simply sharing the results of my research. Whilst this guide was compiled to help out those new to Budo Kai, I
am certain that it will be of equal benefit to beginners and Dan grades alike.
Remember, this is just a guide to be used as reference material only. Without regular training in connection with
a certified instructor – this information is fairly useless. I wish you every success in your Budo development.
Osu!
Shane Thomas
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Contents
Introduction and Acknowledgements.................................................................................................................2
Contents........................................................................................................................................................3
What is Kyokushin Budo Kai?........................................................................................................................... 7
What does "Kyokushin Budo Kai" mean in English?............................................................................................. 7
The Philosophy...............................................................................................................................................7
The Tsunami - symbol of the Kyokushin Budo Kai............................................................................................... 7
Kyokushin Dojo Kun (Training Hall Oath)........................................................................................................... 8
The Eleven Mottos of the Kyokushin Way...........................................................................................................9
The Origins of Karate.................................................................................................................................... 11
The Origins of Jiu Jitsu...................................................................................................................................12
The Origins of Judo....................................................................................................................................... 15
Masutatsu Oyama (Mas Oyama) 1923 – 1994................................................................................................. 16
Founder of Kyokushin Karate.....................................................................................................................16
Jon Bluming ................................................................................................................................................ 17
Founder of Kyokushin Budo Kai .................................................................................................................17
President of the International Kyokushin Budo Kai........................................................................................17
Kaicho Jon Bluming – An In Depth Interview.................................................................................................... 22
Kihon.......................................................................................................................................................... 31
10th Kyu.................................................................................................................................................31
9th Kyu.................................................................................................................................................. 31
8th Kyu.................................................................................................................................................. 31
7th Kyu.................................................................................................................................................. 32
6th Kyu.................................................................................................................................................. 32
5th Kyu.................................................................................................................................................. 32
4th Kyu.................................................................................................................................................. 33
3rd Kyu................................................................................................................................................. 33
2nd Kyu..................................................................................................................................................33
1st Kyu...................................................................................................................................................34
1st Dan.................................................................................................................................................. 34
2nd Dan................................................................................................................................................. 34
KATA...........................................................................................................................................................35
What is Kata?..........................................................................................................................................35
About Pinan Kata..................................................................................................................................... 36
About Sanchin No Kata............................................................................................................................. 36
Taikyoku Sono Ichi...................................................................................................................................38
Taikyoku Sono Ni.....................................................................................................................................39
Taikyoku Sono San.................................................................................................................................. 40
Pinan Sono Ichi........................................................................................................................................41
Pinan Sono Ni..........................................................................................................................................42
Pinan Sono San....................................................................................................................................... 44
Pinan Sono Yon........................................................................................................................................47
Pinan Sono Go.........................................................................................................................................49
Gekisai Dai..............................................................................................................................................51
Yantsu....................................................................................................................................................53
Tsuki No Kata..........................................................................................................................................55
Saifa...................................................................................................................................................... 57
Tensho................................................................................................................................................... 59
Seienchin................................................................................................................................................61
Kanku Dai...............................................................................................................................................63
Technique Gallery: Karate..............................................................................................................................67
Buki / Weapons....................................................................................................................................... 67
Seiken.......................................................................................................................................... 67
Uraken..........................................................................................................................................67
Tettsui..........................................................................................................................................67
Shuto........................................................................................................................................... 67
Haisho.......................................................................................................................................... 67
Haito............................................................................................................................................ 67
Shotei...........................................................................................................................................67
Hiraken.........................................................................................................................................67
Koken...........................................................................................................................................67
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Hiji...............................................................................................................................................68
Teisoku.........................................................................................................................................68
Haisoku........................................................................................................................................ 68
Sokuto..........................................................................................................................................68
Chusoku........................................................................................................................................68
Kakato..........................................................................................................................................68
Dachi..................................................................................................................................................... 69
Zenkutsu Dachi (Front)...................................................................................................................69
Zenkutsu Dachi (Side).................................................................................................................... 69
Sanchin Dachi................................................................................................................................69
Kokutsu Dachi (Front).....................................................................................................................69
Kokutsu Dachi (Side)......................................................................................................................69
Neko Ashi Dachi (Front)..................................................................................................................69
Neko Ashi Dachi (Side)................................................................................................................... 69
Shiko Dachi...................................................................................................................................70
Kiba Dachi.....................................................................................................................................70
Kake Dachi (Front)......................................................................................................................... 70
Kake Dachi (Side).......................................................................................................................... 70
Tsuru Ashi Dachi............................................................................................................................ 70
Kumite Dachi.................................................................................................................................70
Moro Ashi Dachi.............................................................................................................................70
Yoi Dachi / Fudo Dachi....................................................................................................................71
Heiko Dachi...................................................................................................................................71
Heisoku Dachi................................................................................................................................71
Te Waza................................................................................................................................................. 72
Oi Tsuki Jodan............................................................................................................................... 72
Oi Tsuki Chudan.............................................................................................................................72
Oi Tsuki Gedan.............................................................................................................................. 72
Gyaku Tsuki.................................................................................................................................. 72
Seiken Ago Uchi.............................................................................................................................72
Tate Tsuki..................................................................................................................................... 72
Tettsui Komi Kami..........................................................................................................................73
Tettsui Yoko Uchi........................................................................................................................... 73
Tettsui Oroshi Ganmen Uchi............................................................................................................ 73
Uraken Shomen Ganmen Uchi..........................................................................................................74
Uraken Sayu Ganmen Uchi..............................................................................................................74
Uraken Oroshi Ganmen Uchi............................................................................................................74
Uraken Hizo Uchi............................................................................................................................75
Shotei Uchi Jodan...........................................................................................................................75
Shotei Uchi Chudan........................................................................................................................ 75
Shotei Uchi Gedan..........................................................................................................................75
Hiji Ate......................................................................................................................................... 75
Age Hiji Ate...................................................................................................................................76
Shuto Uchi Komi............................................................................................................................ 76
Shuto Sakotsu Uchi........................................................................................................................ 76
Shuto Jodan Uchi Uchi.................................................................................................................... 77
Shuto Yoko Ganmen Uchi................................................................................................................77
Shuto Hizo Uchi............................................................................................................................. 77
Me Tsuki / Nihon Nukite.................................................................................................................. 78
Yonhon Nukite............................................................................................................................... 78
Toho Uchi......................................................................................................................................78
Uke Waza............................................................................................................................................... 79
Jodan Uke (Variant 1).....................................................................................................................79
Jodan Uke (Variant 2).....................................................................................................................79
Soto Uke.......................................................................................................................................79
Uchi Uke....................................................................................................................................... 80
Juji Uke Jodan............................................................................................................................... 80
Juji Uke Gedan...............................................................................................................................80
Shotei Uke Jodan........................................................................................................................... 81
Shotei Uke Chudan.........................................................................................................................81
Shotei Uke Gedan.......................................................................................................................... 81
Kate Uke.......................................................................................................................................81
Uchi Uke / Gedan Barai...................................................................................................................81
Shuto Mawashi Uke (Front)............................................................................................................. 82
Shuto Mawashi Uke (Side)...............................................................................................................82
Sune Kote Uke...............................................................................................................................82
Geri Waza...............................................................................................................................................83
Mae Keage (Mae Geri Keage)...........................................................................................................83
Mae Geri Jodan..............................................................................................................................83
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Mae Hiza Geri aka. Hiza Geri (Front).................................................................................................83
Mae Hiza Geri aka. Hiza Geri (Side).................................................................................................. 84
Hiza Ganmen Geri.......................................................................................................................... 84
Mawashi Hiza Geri..........................................................................................................................84
Mawashi Geri Jodan........................................................................................................................85
Ushiro Mawashi Geri.......................................................................................................................85
Ushiro Geri....................................................................................................................................85
Yoko Geri......................................................................................................................................86
Kansetsu Geri................................................................................................................................86
Kinteki Geri................................................................................................................................... 87
Uchi Mawashi Geri Keage................................................................................................................ 87
Soto Mawashi Geri Keage................................................................................................................88
Oroshi Soto Kakato Geri..................................................................................................................89
Technique Gallery: Judo / Jiu Jitsu.................................................................................................................. 90
Ne Waza (Grappling / Ground Control)........................................................................................................90
Osae Waze (Holding Techniques).......................................................................................................... 90
Gesa Gatame.................................................................................................................................90
Kami Shiho Gatame........................................................................................................................90
Kata Gatame................................................................................................................................. 90
Kazure Gesa Gatame...................................................................................................................... 91
Kuzure Kami Shiho Gatame............................................................................................................. 91
Kazure Tate Shiho Gatame.............................................................................................................. 91
Kuzure Yoko Shiho Gatame............................................................................................................. 92
Makura Gesa Gatame..................................................................................................................... 92
Tate Shiho Gatame.........................................................................................................................92
Ushiro Gesa Katame....................................................................................................................... 93
Yoko Shiho Gatame........................................................................................................................93
Kansetsu Waza (Joint Locks)................................................................................................................ 94
Hara Gatame.................................................................................................................................94
Hiza Gatame..................................................................................................................................94
Juji Gatame...................................................................................................................................94
Ude Garami...................................................................................................................................94
Jime Waza (Choke Techniques).............................................................................................................95
Gyaku Juji Jime..............................................................................................................................95
Katame Juji Jime............................................................................................................................95
Nami Juji Jime............................................................................................................................... 96
Hadake Jime..................................................................................................................................96
Kata Ha Jime................................................................................................................................. 96
Katate Jime................................................................................................................................... 97
Morote Jime...................................................................................................................................97
Okuri Eri Jime................................................................................................................................97
Sankaku Jime................................................................................................................................ 97
Nage Waza (Throwing Techniques).............................................................................................................98
Hip Throws (Full Throwing Techniques)..................................................................................................98
Hane Goshi....................................................................................................................................98
Harai Goshi................................................................................................................................... 98
Koshi Guruma................................................................................................................................98
Ko Tsuri Goshi / O Tsuri Goshi......................................................................................................... 98
O Goshi.........................................................................................................................................99
O Guruma..................................................................................................................................... 99
Sode Tsuri Komi Goshi....................................................................................................................99
Tsuri Komi Goshi............................................................................................................................99
Uchi Mata....................................................................................................................................100
Uki Goshi.................................................................................................................................... 100
Ushiro Goshi................................................................................................................................100
Yama Arashi................................................................................................................................ 100
Sweeping Throws (Leg/Foot Throws)................................................................................................... 101
Ashi Guruma................................................................................................................................101
De Ashi Barai...............................................................................................................................101
Ko Soto Gake...............................................................................................................................101
Ko Soto Gari................................................................................................................................101
Ko Uchi Gari................................................................................................................................ 102
Okuri Ashi Barai........................................................................................................................... 102
O Soto Guruma............................................................................................................................102
O Soto Otoshi.............................................................................................................................. 102
O Uchi Gari..................................................................................................................................103
Sasae Tsuri Komi Ashi...................................................................................................................103
Arm Throws......................................................................................................................................104
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Suki Nage....................................................................................................................................104
Sumi Otoshi.................................................................................................................................104
Tai Otoshi....................................................................................................................................104
Uki Otoshi................................................................................................................................... 104
Suki Nage (Variation)....................................................................................................................105
Shoulder Throws...............................................................................................................................106
Ippon Seoi Nage.......................................................................................................................... 106
Kata Garuma............................................................................................................................... 106
Morote Gari................................................................................................................................. 106
Seoi Nage (Variations).................................................................................................................. 106
Sacrifice Throws................................................................................................................................107
Hane Maki Komi........................................................................................................................... 107
O Soto Maki Komi.........................................................................................................................107
Soto Maki Komi............................................................................................................................107
Sumi Gaeshi................................................................................................................................ 107
Tani Otoshi..................................................................................................................................108
Tawara Gaeshi............................................................................................................................. 108
Tomoe Nage................................................................................................................................ 108
Uchi Maki Komi............................................................................................................................ 108
Uki Waza.....................................................................................................................................109
Ura Nage.....................................................................................................................................109
Yoko Gake...................................................................................................................................109
Yoko Guruma...............................................................................................................................109
Yoko Otoshi.................................................................................................................................110
Yoko Wakare............................................................................................................................... 110
Jime/Shime Waza........................................................................................................................................111
Structure of the Neck............................................................................................................................. 111
Physiology of Choking.............................................................................................................................112
Emergency Care.................................................................................................................................... 113
Tameshiwari (Breaking)...............................................................................................................................114
Technique and Terminology Index.................................................................................................................117
Kihon Waza........................................................................................................................................... 117
Buki..................................................................................................................................................... 117
Neraidokoro Kogekihoko......................................................................................................................... 118
Dachi....................................................................................................................................................118
Tsuki Waza............................................................................................................................................119
Uchi Waza.............................................................................................................................................119
Uke Waza..............................................................................................................................................119
Geri Waza............................................................................................................................................. 120
Kihon Jutsugo........................................................................................................................................120
Taikai Jutsugo........................................................................................................................................122
Kazu.....................................................................................................................................................122
Kyokushin Glossary.....................................................................................................................................123
-A-.......................................................................................................................................................123
-B-.......................................................................................................................................................123
-C-.......................................................................................................................................................123
-D-.......................................................................................................................................................123
-E-....................................................................................................................................................... 123
-F-....................................................................................................................................................... 123
-G-.......................................................................................................................................................123
-H-.......................................................................................................................................................124
-I-........................................................................................................................................................124
-J-........................................................................................................................................................124
-K-.......................................................................................................................................................124
-M-.......................................................................................................................................................125
-N-.......................................................................................................................................................126
-O-.......................................................................................................................................................126
-R-.......................................................................................................................................................126
-S-.......................................................................................................................................................126
-T-....................................................................................................................................................... 127
-U-.......................................................................................................................................................127
-W-...................................................................................................................................................... 127
-Y-....................................................................................................................................................... 127
-Z-.......................................................................................................................................................128
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What is Kyokushin Budo Kai?

"Any technique which brings success is good. A good and effective technique will be integrated into this
system regardless of the style from which the technique originated. Kyokushin Budo Kai is a full contact
all round fighting system. Above all, it is a 'street effective' Martial Art of the highest possible reality."

The Kihon, or basics, of Kyokushin Budo Kai have evolved through the merger of techniques from many styles and
systems. However, the dominant styles practised within this all round fighting system (free-fight) are Kyokushin
Karate (at times called 'Kyokushinkai'), Judo, Jiu Jitsu and Sambo. Almost all Te and Keri Waza (hand and foot
techniques), Nage Waza (throwing techniques) and Ne Waza techniques (grappling/ground aka. Katame Waza) are
allowed and practised with full contact.

Kyokushin Budo Kai was developed by Jon Bluming (10. Dan Kyokushin, 9. Dan Judo, 4. Dan Bo Jitsu, 4. Dan Jodo, 4.
Dan Iai Jitsu, 2. Dan Kendo). He firmly believes that only when one is fully familiar with all three empty hand combat
zones (striking, throwing and grappling) can one be considered to be trained in a street-effective self defence system.

What does "Kyokushin Budo Kai" mean in English?

Kyoku: maximum; final; utmost

Shin: truth; reality

Budo: martial art

Kai: organisation

Kyokushin Budo Kai: martial art organisation of highest possible reality

The Philosophy

Only when one masters all zones of unarmed martial arts, that is striking, throwing and grappling equally, can one
claim to be trained in a system of self defence based on the highest possible reality.

The Tsunami - symbol of the Kyokushin Budo Kai

The Tsunami symbol used by the International Kyokushin Budokai signifes the willingness to
react like water to each and every situation. The practitioner of Kyokushin Budo Kai adjusts and
perseveres under all circumstances and when necessary smashes an opponent - just like the
Tsunami.
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Kyokushin Dojo Kun (Training Hall Oath)
The Kyokushin Dojo Kun (Training Hall Oath) was written by Mas Oyama with the help of Eiji Yoshikawa, the author of
the novel Musashi, which was based on the life and exploits of Miyamoto Musashi, Japan's most famous Samurai
warrior.
The Dojo Kun is usually recited at the end of each training session, when the students and instructors are lined up by
rank in seiza (formal kneeling). Each line of the Dojo Kun is recited by the most senior student and repeated by the
entire class together. Some dojos choose not to recite the Dojo Kun for various reasons.
We will train our hearts and bodies,
For a firm unshaking spirit.
We will pursue the true meaning of the Martial Way,
So that in time our senses may be alert.
With true vigor,
We will seek to cultivate a spirit of self denial.
We will observe the rules of courtesy,
Respect our superiors, and refrain from violence.
We will follow our principles,
And never forget the true virtue of humility.
We will look upwards to wisdom and strength,
Not seeking other desires.
All our lives, through the discipline of Karate,
We will seek to fulfill the true meaning of the Kyokushin Way.
For the fifth line of the Dojo Kun, which reads, 'We will follow our principles', most Dojos recite the line as 'we will
follow our religious principles'. However, in keeping with the ethos that religion and politics have no place in the
Dojo, this line has been ammended here.
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The Eleven Mottos of the Kyokushin Way
Mas Oyama summed up his entire martial arts philosophy in eleven mottos, known as the Zayu no Mei
Juichi Kajo, which are central to the teachings of Kyokushin Karate:
1. The Martial Way begins and ends with courtesy. Therefore, be properly and genuinely courteous at all times.
2. Following the Martial Way is like scaling a cliff – continue upwards without rest. It demands absolute and
unfaltering devotion to the task at hand.
3. Strive to seize the initiative in all things, all the time guarding against actions stemming from selfish animosity or
thoughtlessness.
4. Even for the Martial Artist, the place of money cannot be ignored. Yet one should be careful never to become
attached to it.
5. The Martial Way is centered in posture. Strive to maintain correct posture at all times.
6. The Martial Way begins with one thousand days and is mastered after ten thousand days of training.
7. In the Martial Arts, introspection begets wisdom. Always see contemplation on your actions as an opportunity to
improve.
8. The nature and purpose of the Martial Way is universal. All selfish desires should be roasted in the tempering fires
of hard training.
9. The Martial Arts begin with a point and end in a circle. Straight lines stem from this principle.
10. The true essence of the Martial Way can only be realized through experience. Knowing this, learn never to fear its
demands.
11. Always remember, in the Martial Arts, the rewards of a confident and grateful heart are truly abundant.
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The International Kyokushin Budokai

Original Text:
Rinus Schulz 8th Dan, Kyokushin Budokai.
Edited (for English Translation):
Shane Thomas,