(Kah-Rah-Tay-Doh) "Way of the empty hand"

A Japanese word meaning "empty" (Kara), "hand" (te), and "way of" (Do). It is a system of attack and defense that uses all parts of the body (hands, feet, elbows, fingers, etc.). To kick, punch, chop, butt, or any other move that is effective in defending yourself. Many movements may seem odd to the average person, however, you must keep in mind that these techniques have analyzed and geometrically calculated them. So whatever the action, a block or punch, it is the maximum the body can achieve. One quickly learns that it is not the size and strength alone that wins. Instead, speed and knowledge that is the deciding factor in who will emerge victorious in physical combat.

True Karate is a physical art, a technique of self-defense and a sport. One of its greatest attributes is that anyone, irrespective of size, age or sex can practice this Art. Your degree of skill, of course, depends on these factors. However, one can practice Karate according to his or her own capabilities or, if he or she has them, disabilities.