Resources

• Protocol followed in our dojo

• Shotokan Planet

• Karate, the Japanese Way

• Shotokan terminology

Technique

• Karate Training by Harry Cook (Dragon Times)

Excellent article on how to train using the makiwara, punch bag, focus pads, etc. Explains why this training is valuable and how to maximize its benefits, plus a few innovative ways to train.

Gear

• If you would like a top-of-the-line gi, check out the Tokaido page.

• For lower grade gis and/or other equipment, visit Kaplan Surplus in the city.

Miscellaneous

• Fighting Arts