There are two principal ways of practicing Judo: Kata and Randori. Kata, which literally means “form”, is practiced following a formal system of prearranged exercises, while Randori, meaning “free practice” is practiced freely. Through Kata practice, trainees learn the principles of techniques.
With this in mind, a once in a lifetime opportunity presented itself in Porec, Croatia, during past days at the annual Judo Festival. The unique occasion delivered a two-day course Kodokan Kata Seminar by two Kodokan Kata Experts, Mr. Mukai Mikihiro and Mr. Murata Naoki. Both of them are eminent coaches from the Kodokan.
HIGHLIGHT OF KODOKAN KATA SEMINAR
Author: Sören Starke