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Kumite Training and Competition Kumite, also erroneously known as Sparring (But more on that elsewhere), is often what attracts people to the Martial Art of Karate. Kumite, (Lit: Grasping Hand) takes many forms, from San Dan Uke Harai and San Dan Gi to Kakie Kumite and on to the softer, more technical Rondori, the speedy and spirited Iri Kumi Ju, to the hard form of Knockdown, and even Iri Kumi Go, which is reserved for adult Black Belt participants only. All of these segments of Karate are taught at the Okinawan Goju Ryu Bujutsukan, according to the level of the trainees. While some like San Dan Uke Harai, San Dan Gi and Kakie Kumite are required, the harder methods are open to those who choose to take that path. |
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 Lali Sempai working the heavy bag Bagwork is not instinctive, but takes time and effort, coupled with professional teaching, to enable fighters to prepare themselves for competition. |
Kumite preparation Preparation for Kumite takes time and effort. Running, bagwork and padwork are well known components, but timing and distancing practice, body conditioning and serious successive sparring are also required to become a competitive athlete. |
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