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Mon - Fri: 09.00 - 20.00,
Sat 06.00 - 18.00,
Sun 12.00 - 18.00
We emphasize the importance of physical fitness and overall health. We, the So-Kyokushin Karate community, are encouraged to maintain a healthy lifestyle, including regular exercise, proper nutrition, and good physical conditioning.
Contact UsSo-Kyokushin places great emphasis on discipline, which involves following rules, showing respect to instructors and fellow practitioners, and maintaining self-control.
Read MoreRespect is a fundamental value in karate. All So-Kyokushin karatekas are expected to respect their instructors, seniors, and fellow students. This value extends to respecting oneself, opponents, and the art of karate itself.
Contact UsSo-Kyokushin members are encouraged to be honest, truthful, and uphold strong moral principles both inside and outside the dojo (training hall).
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50+ Years of Experience
Zimbabwe So-Kyokushin Karate-Do is a non-profit organization led by its Branch Chief - Shihan Samson Muripo, dedicated to promoting the practice of So-Kyokushin Karate-Do in Zimbabwe. We focus on fostering personal development, physical fitness, and character building among our members. By providing quality training, promoting core values, and serving our community, we aim to create a positive and impactful martial arts experience for individuals of all ages and backgrounds.
We believe that through the disciplined training and study of this martial art, individuals can unlock their full potential and achieve personal growth on multiple levels.
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"Our vision is to inspire individuals to reach their full potential through the practice of So-Kyokushin karate, fostering personal growth, and cultivating a community of empowered and compassionate Karatekas."
One would expect to train at least four times a week for at least 5 years before achieving the rank of 1st Dan, or Black Belt. 1st Dan is considered the beginning, with Dan grades going up to 10th Dan, with the 10th usually reserved for the founder of the system, or the head of an organization. Comparing the ranks to the Western schooling system, think of the colored belts = grade school, 1st Dan through 4th Dan = undergrad, 5th Dan = Masters, and anything above = a PhD.
Being new, unaware of the requirements of Kyokushin Karate and lacking in experience of it, the white belt’s heart is said to be full of hope. From this hope sprouts the first enthusiasm to train and learn.
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Progressing from white belt comes the orange belt. The first color after purity level which is associated to earth (soil) color. The major focus at this level is understanding the physical base. Power and progress are built upon a solid foundation. Fundamentals such as your stances (eg. sanchin dachi) are very much reinforced and expected to be perfected.
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Blue, the symbolism for color of water. Blue belt at this level develops a basic ability to adapt and react fluidity. Just as water adapts to the shape of whichever object is holding it. Adaptability grows through kumite (sparring)..
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Apart from concentrating purely on physical skills (such as balance, stability, eye/hand co-ordination, and general technical ability) as compared to previous belts, Yellow belt also requires serious consideration to the psychological aspects of training- perception, awareness, assertion, and other manifestation of will-power.
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Green is first level of the senior colors. The green belt is now more aware of his unique discriminating intelligence and the importance of benevolence and compassion. He would realize that power without wisdom and compassion is destructive, dangerous and callous. Just as Sosai states: strength without justice is violence; justice without strength is impotence.
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This is a very important level in training, which should be undertaken in serious, responsible and mature frame of mind. By now, the brown belt should be very strong and very comfortable in the execution of all techniques, whilst continuing to strive to achieve ever higher levels of skill. In sparring, the ability to control a junior opponent through timing, distance control and sensitivity, should be highly developed.
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In the context of Kyokushin Karate, a black belt represents a significant milestone and achievement in a practitioner's martial arts journey.
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Our organization places great emphasis on character building and personal development. We strive to instill values such as discipline, respect, integrity, and humility in our members.
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