The meaning of Karate-do?
Kara = empty Te = hand Do = the way
The way to realisation of one’s true self through the medium of the empty (mind) hand
Kara = empty Te = hand Do = the way
The way to realisation of one’s true self through the medium of the empty (mind) hand
Seikukan is the style of karate founded by Mr Tainen Takemori. Mr Takemori studied directly under Mr Gichin Funakoshi and then went to China for seven years where he studied martial arts under Mr La Kai On. He also studied Zen in Japan, and then blended these three influences to form Seikukan. This name translates as “Silent Sky Building” or “Training Hall under the clear blue (i.e. cloudless) sky.” Tainen Takemori’s son, Mr Miki Takemori, is the present World Head Instructor of Seikukan with the Club’s headquarters based in Toyama, Japan.
Sensei Peter Fernie 3rd Dan instructor is now offering lessons in this authentic Japanese Art. With over 30 years of experience incorporating Karate, Yoga and Meditation.