Karate is a method that can be used to defend ourselves, in studying karate we need perseverance and earnestness in the studyKarate is a martial art that originated in JapanKarate consists of two kanji. The first is the 'Kara' and means 'empty'. And second, 'te', meaning 'hand'. Which two kanji together means "empty hand.major karate styles that are:
1. Shotokan
2. Goju-Ryu
3. Shito-Ryu
4. Wado-Ryu
Karate is divided into three basic exercises like the following:
1. Kihon, which exercises the basic techniques of karate such as engineering punch, kick and parry.
2. Words, namely flower exercise moves or karate.
3. Kumite, or sparring match that is exercise.When we are able to master karate techniques at least we are able to increase our self-defense from harm.
