Copyright 2009 Andrew O'Brien
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Karate Union of Wales Mission Statement
The Karate Union of Wales is committed to the teaching and promotion of Shotokan Karate in a non-prejudiced & non political environment that is safe, enjoyable and fulfilling for every age and ability; where students of all martial arts are welcome to broaden their skills and knowledge and allow us in return to broaden our own. |
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Welcome to the Karate Union of Wales
The K.U.W. was founded in 1980 by its Chief Instructor, Shihan Mike O'Brien 8th Dan who was also the first Welshman to grade to 1st dan black belt in Shotokan Karate and was the first Welsh Shotokan organization to be independent of the K.U.G.B. (Karate Union of Great Britain).
In the three decades since its formation the K.U.W. and more to the point, Shihan Mike has produced some of the finest practitioner's of Shotokan Karate in the U.K. with many successes in competition all over Europe. Many of Wales' most successful karate organizations Chief Instructors are former K.U.W. students and instructors who have moved on and spread the gospel of Shotokan even further. |
Mike O'Brien
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Why take up Shotokan?
Shotokan is the most powerful, dynamic and attractive style of karate. The benefits of practicing karate as with all martial arts are plentiful. As well as fitness, flexibility, self-defense and competitive sport, Karate instills self-confidence, self-discipline of the mind and body and teaches courtesy and respect of others.
Above all, Shotokan Karate is a true sport for all, which all the family can take part in, enjoy and achieve realistic personal goals.
If you are interested in trying Shotokan, please take a look at our South or North Wales Clubs pages for a class near you. All of our senior instructors hold an NVQ 2 coaching award, are First Aid qualified and undergo continuous training and assessment.
THE LITTLE BUBISHI: A HISTORY OF KARATE FOR CHILDREN
BY SENSEI ANDY O'BRIEN 5TH DAN
Finally a book about karate for children! Of its millions of devotees throughout the world, most karate practitioners are young people. This timely book explains the art very simply, providing a greater understanding of the true meaning and nature of Karate-Do.
The Little Bubishi tells the amazing tales of karate’s legendary masters in an entertaining way. The legends of Karate-Do are brought to life in a series of stories that relate the heroics and steely determination that embody karate history. The peaceful philosophies behind this popular martial art are often overlooked, while its graphic fighting forms get all the attention.
THE LITTLE BUBISHI (ISBN: 978-1-60911-717-7) will be available on <date, 2010> for $40 and can be ordered through the publisher’s website: http://www.strategicpublishinggroup.com/title/TheLittleBubishi.html
Or at www.amazon.com or http://search.barnesandnoble.com
Wholesalers please email BookOrder@AEG-Online-Store.com
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