4 DVD set by Sensei Figgiani; the founder and president of Shorin Ryu Karatedo International. Shorin Ryu Karatedo International is an association of traditional martial artists united to better understand the history and culture of Okinawan Karatedo through the practice of kata and bunkai. The organization's focus is to preserve the history and tradition Okinawan Karate's pioneers. Vol-1 - Analyzing applications beyond basic stances; blocks & punches. Fukyugata I & II bunkai. Vol-2 - Bunkai of key segments from Pinan Shodan; Nidan; Sandan; Yondan & Godan. Vol-3 - Naihanchi Shodan; Nidan & Sandan. Transitional concepts of Kata's Bunkai from a Self Defense mind set. Vol-4 - Analyzing sections of the Eight Ancient Katas: Ananku; Wankan (Okan); Rohai; Wanshu; Passai; Gojushiho; Chinto & Kusanku. Though the main body of this DVD series contains Matsubayashi Shorin Ryu kata; it is universal in principles that can be applied to any martial arts system system; regardless of the style you practice. Shoshin Nagamine was the founder of Matsubayashi Shorin Ryu which today stands as one of the four main styles of karate taught on Okinawa and practiced worldwide.

Product ID: VD8131P