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WHAT IS ENSHIN? Enshin is a dynamic style of karate that blends smooth evasive movement, explosive attacks and powerful takedowns to make an intelligent fighting system. Enshin links powerful and effective fighting techniques with Sabaki – the seamless combination of strategic positioning and counter- attacking using fluid and circular movements. By applying this principle to modern training methods, Kancho Joko Ninomiya has taken karate into the 21st century. The blending of skill, power and spirit with sabaki strategy makes Enshin karate a challenge suitable for people from all walks of life. Its benefits reach far beyond the physical: Enshin karate is a way for us to understand and empower ourselves, by developing the mind and body to enhance the spirit. Enshin karate is more than a sport; more than an exercise class; more than self-protection. It is a long term process of challenge and dedication that builds physical and mental strength, allowing us to respect everyone yet fear no-one. |
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Q: Why should I choose Enshin? A: Functional training with intensity means you will get stronger in body, mind and spirit. Loughborough members have won awards at British, European and World Tournaments, so our coaching has been proven at the highest level since 1980 Q: How is Enshin different? A: Enshin is forward-looking and constantly evolving. Skills are kept up-to-date and relevant for today's needs, not practised merely for tradition's sake. The kata are fresh and modern - not ritualised - with each combination being usable in a confrontation against a real opponent. The sabaki principle is excellent awareness training for self-protection where sharp observation and orientation - changes of angles and positions - are vital to allow us to make the right decisions and where neccessary take aggressive and effective action. . Q: Is training dangerous? A: We have a superb safety record, far better than most physical activity. Training is disciplined and risk is therefore minimised. Q: Is there a minimum / maximum age? A: You only need to be old enough to concentrate and young enough to try. Q: I just want to get fit. Do I have to fight? A: Not initially, but if you want to go up through the belts we will need to see if you can apply your skills against opponents. Some opt to stay as low grades and enjoy a good sweat without sparring, but most like to challenge themselves eventually and go that bit further.
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