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The Hanratty on Karate Podcast features fascinating conversations with Sensei John Hanratty and guests about karate techniques, training methods, and philosophy. Sensei Hanratty, 9th Dan, has taught thousands of students over the past 50+ years at seminars worldwide.

  1. Episode 80: Master Funakoshi's 20 Precepts (Part 5)

    3 DAYS AGO

    Episode 80: Master Funakoshi's 20 Precepts (Part 5)

    Sensei Hanratty wraps up his discussion of the 20 precepts, focusing on numbers 11 through 20: 11) Karate is like boiling water; without heat, it returns to its tepid state. 空手は湯の如し、絶えず熱度を与えざれば元の水に戻る________________________________________ 12) Do not think of winning; think, rather, of not losing. 勝つ考えは持つな、負けぬ考えは必要 ________________________________________ 13) Make adjustments according to your opponent. 敵に因って転化せよ ________________________________________ 14) The outcome of a battle depends on how one handles emptiness and fullness (weakness and strength). 戦は虚実の操縦如何に在り ________________________________________ 15) Think of your hands and feet as swords. 人の手足を剣と思え _______________________________________ 16) When you leave home, think that you have numerous opponents waiting for you. 男子門を出ずれば百万の敵あり ________________________________________ 17) Beginners must master low stance and posture; natural body positions are for the advanced. 構えは初心者にして後は自然体 ________________________________________ 18) Practicing kata is one thing; engaging in a real fight is another. 形は正しく、実戦は別物 ________________________________________ 19) Do not forget the proper application of: strength and weakness of power, expansion and contraction of the body, and slowness and speed of techniques. 力の強弱、体の伸縮、技の緩急を忘るな ________________________________________ 20) Always think and devise ways to improve. 常に思念工夫せよ

    28 min
  2. Episode 79: Master Funakoshi's 20 Precepts (Part 4)

    1 APR

    Episode 79: Master Funakoshi's 20 Precepts (Part 4)

    Sensei Hanratty continues his discussion of Master Funakoshi's 20 precepts, focusing on precepts 8, 9, and 10.8th PreceptDo not think that karate training is only in the dojo.道場のみの空手と思うな(Dōjō nomi no karate to omou na)9th PreceptKarate is a lifelong pursuit.空手の修業は一生である(Karate no shugyō wa isshō de aru)10th PreceptApply the way of karate to all things. Therein lies its beauty.あらゆるものを空手化せよ そこに妙味あり(Arayuru mono o karate-ka seyo; soko ni myōmi ari)

    20 min
  3. Episode 78: Master Funakoshi's 20 Precepts (Part 3)

    24 MAR

    Episode 78: Master Funakoshi's 20 Precepts (Part 3)

    Sensei Hanratty continues his discussion of Master Funakoshi's 20 precepts, focusing on precepts five, six, and seven. Precept 5: Mental technique is more important than physical technique. 技術より心術 Gijutsu yori shinjutsu. Precept 6: The mind must be set free. 心は放たん事を要す Hitotsu, kokoro wa hanatan koto o yōsu. Precept 7: Calamity springs from carelessness. 禍は懈怠に生ず Hitotsu, wazawai wa ketai ni shōzu.

    19 min
  4. Episode 77: Master Funakoshi's 20 Precepts (Part 2)

    15 MAR

    Episode 77: Master Funakoshi's 20 Precepts (Part 2)

    Sensei Hanratty discusses Master Funakoshi's fourth precept: "First know yourself, then know others. "先ず自己を知れ、而して他を知れ。 Mazu jiko o shire, shikashite ta o shire.

    20 min
  5. Episode 76: Master Funakoshi's 20 Precepts (Part 1)

    10 MAR

    Episode 76: Master Funakoshi's 20 Precepts (Part 1)

    Sensei Hanratty discusses the first three of Master Funakoshi's 20 Precepts: 1) Karate begins and ends with courtesy.(Karate-dō wa rei ni hajimari, rei ni owaru.) 2) There is no first attack in karate.(Karate ni sente nashi.) 3) Karate stands on the side of justice.(Karate wa gi no tasuke.)

    20 min
  6. Episode 75: Bouncing Back from Injuries

    4 MAR

    Episode 75: Bouncing Back from Injuries

    Sensei Hanratty discusses how to identify and recover from martial arts injuries.

    20 min
  7. Episode 74: What Makes a Karateka Worthy of a Grade?

    3 MAR

    Episode 74: What Makes a Karateka Worthy of a Grade?

    Sensei Hanratty discusses the awarding of 10th Dans and what makes a karateka worthy of a particular grade.

    18 min
  8. Episode 73: A Closer Look at Yoko Geri Keage (Side Snap Kick)

    22 FEB

    Episode 73: A Closer Look at Yoko Geri Keage (Side Snap Kick)

    Sensei Hanratty discusses why he's not a big fan of the side snap kick. He also touches on the following: -The power sources of rotation, counter-rotation, vibration, lifting/dropping, and pendulum -Proper delivery of kekomi -Role of kime in kicks -Importance of returning to “ready position” -Why, “If you have to block, you’re probably to late” Recorded on February 18, 2026

    20 min
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The Hanratty on Karate Podcast features fascinating conversations with Sensei John Hanratty and guests about karate techniques, training methods, and philosophy. Sensei Hanratty, 9th Dan, has taught thousands of students over the past 50+ years at seminars worldwide.

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  • Creator
    Deep Stance Media
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    80
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Deep Stance Media
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