Karate Kata NIPAIPO

Karate Kata, Nipaipo.This a comprehensive study of the Structure and practical applications (Bunkai) of Kata Nipaipo. This is the second focused study by R. Allen Lewis. The First being Martial Arts Study Guide, For the serious Karate Ka and other Budo Ka. Karate Kata Nipaipo dwells into the structure of the Kata breaking it down into each moment and offers decisive application. Stances present them self in the light of probable function. Using the happo stance charts a vivid presentation of stance relationship to a aggressor offers analyses that one can begin seeing the strength and weakness of body attitude and angles. When paired with the Martial Arts Study Guide which covers Kihon of Karate and other Martial Arts through Intermediate Level, Karate Kata Nipaipo builds upon Shuhari in the interpretation and application of Kata. Future studies will dissect further the essence of various Kata and waza.