One thing to be aware of is that Judo generally does a good job of standardization. You have a fair chance of being sure that a Judo black belt has a good base of skill in Judo. I've met very few Judoka, and fewer Judo black belts, who couldn't "put it on the mat." Most of the black belts who couldn't were more accurately described as "couldn't any more." It is unfortunately common for Judoka to play competition too long and too hard and get permanent, debilitating, injuries. Long term knee and shoulder injuries are quite common for "older" black belts, and lower back injuries are becoming more common, IME.
What Shodan means will vary by its requirements. The rank doesn’t always have the same meaning the word once did.
Then I guess they should choose another word. Sho means first or beginning (初段). Many even seek Japanese recognition to make them look official. even if they have little knowledge or expertise. Japanese are now trying to downplay grade levels. I had really hoped that in my lifetime we would see the double standard lessened rather than make it worst.
Words' meanings change over time, based on usage. This is especially true where words cross cultural lines. It's just how language works. We might as well also tell everyone that "you" can only be used as a plural pronoun.
Boston. The style was American Karate. Bunch a heathens. But nice heathens.
For chutes and ladders of course.Buka, why is there a ladder on the ceiling?
American Karate? You're the only one I've ever heard claim this as a style. Is this the mixed karate "style" stemming from the dangerous Jerry Piddington? (He was an early tournament star back in the rough and tumble pre-glove days). I put "style" in quotes for now as just because someone collects forms/techniques from other styles, I don't automatically consider the result a new style, more likely just a new organization. But I'm interested in learning more about your American Karate to keep an open mind.Boston. The style was American Karate. Bunch a heathens. But nice heathens.
I valid point as Japanese people refer to themselves as "we" and never "I". One of the subtleties of learning a Japanese culture which also applies to MA.
I don't "claim" anything. "American Karate" is the "style" I train and the "style" I teach, has been for half a century now.
Really enjoyed this response.
You completely misunderstood both the content and the tone of my post. By the word "claim" I only meant I had never heard of American Karate as a specific style, you being the first to state it - only in the general context of karate as being commonly practiced in the US, or perhaps referring to Parker's kenpo. I was actually admitting my ignorance as to just what it was.
You're right. My apologies.You completely misunderstood both the content and the tone of my post. By the word "claim" I only meant I had never heard of American Karate as a specific style, you being the first to state it - only in the general context of karate as being commonly practiced in the US, or perhaps referring to Parker's kenpo. I was actually admitting my ignorance as to just what it was.
"Claim" was not intended to have any negative connotation. I'm surprised you thought I was taking such an approach to your post, based on my history here in Martial Talk and our mutual exchanges. It seems like I unintentionally struck a nerve and put you on the defensive. No offense was meant.
Please reread my post in this new light and note I said I put "style" in quotes only "for now". This was followed by, IMO, my stated valid reasoning and justification, as I knew nothing about it. Also note my last sentence, which was really the purpose of my post: "But I'm interested in learning more about your American Karate to keep an open mind." !!!!
I'm still interested in being educated on it, as I hope others on this site are.
