The Four Forms of Karate – Chapter 1. There are four forms of karate and this is not about the styles this is about the qualities that all systems process. This is the first of four types explained in this podcast. The first of these is Blockbuster.

Zeal and trends make up the elements needed to make a Blockbuster. Zeal and trends are layering over the top of a pyramid based on three other elements; Fad, Presentism, and Trends.

Four Forms of Karate and 3 Elements

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Karate Fads and More

Karate Fads

Fads in karate and fads as a general rule have a fast burn rate. That burn rate in their nature. But there is a use of the word Fad that needs guarding against. The last thing you should desire in a conversation is a casual and dismissive shutdown.

Presentism

The middle place has a role in karate. That middle is flexible. Larger than a fad Presentism can be condescending in its attitude. like comic book artist, Howard Chaykin referred to his industry. More on Chaykin in the podcast. Presentism can also be stable, and beneficial.

Trends

Comparing the 1861 Gatling gun to the flying gun called the A-10 Warthog. Those two seem to have nothing to do with martial arts yet it is an excellent example of a trend.

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Three Identifiers of Karate Blockbuster

There are reasons each of these three identifiers exists and should get a good using. The Blockbuster lives in each of these three realms and so can ideas and directions of a moment in the art of karate.

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These three in the context of a Blockbuster, a crushing movement that sucks up all the oxygen and money, gets addressing. The nuances of how one may choose to observe their martial arts over the long run are given some thoughts to ponder.

Three Podcasts on Karate You Will Enjoy

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KRIS WILDER

Kris Wilder is a martial artist based in Eastern Washington. He has authored many martial art books, including the classic, The Way of Kata. Making no apologies for his obsession of Football he can be found telling any who will listen about the nuances of the Canadian Football League.

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