Secrets of Kata Practical Application Revealed by Jesse Enkamp
In one of the most insightful videos on karate technique, Jesse Enkamp breaks down the practical aspects of Kata in real-world self-defense scenarios. Uploaded on January 23, 2018, the video dubbed “THIS BUNKAI SECRET MAKES YOUR KATA PRACTICAL” has, to date, amassed an impressive 169,787 views and is still an essential resource for karate enthusiasts worldwide.
Karate Nerd Jesse Enkamp begins the session by expressing his desire to share a secret that could revolutionize how viewers perceive Kata and their practical applications in self-defense. He is assisted by his brother, Oliver, a professional UFC fighter.
The Secret of Distance
Their demonstration revolves around one key secret: distance. In modern-day karate, Jesse explains that many practitioners apply Kata techniques, such as blocks and strikes, from a relatively far distance. This approach, he argues, is less practical in real-life self-defense situations that often occur at close quarters.
Jesse reiterates that changing the distance from far to near can effectively increase the practicality and efficiency of Kata techniques. For instance, a block that seems unimportant at a far distance could turn into a powerful attack at a close distance.
Conclusion
Jesse Enkamp’s revelation of the importance of distance in Karate technique application provides invaluable knowledge for novices and seasoned Karate practitioners alike. If you want to see the concept in action, click on the video link [here](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ic9nvaFwK2E).
The video is perfect proof of why Jesse Enkamp is a highly respected figure in the world of karate. His comprehensive and insightful coverage of topics like these has cemented his reputation as a must-watch source of knowledge for anyone committed to mastering the art of karate.
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Jesse Enkamp: The Karate Nerd
Jesse Enkamp is a globally recognized martial artist, affectionately known as The Karate Nerd. The Sweden native has dedicated his life to mastering and promoting the art of Karate. He not only excels as a competitive athlete but also as a prominent teacher, using his platform to inspire and educate others about this traditional Japanese sport. His unique combination of expertise, charisma, and a deep understanding of the sport’s historical and cultural significance makes Jesse Enkamp an unparalleled ambassador and advocate for Karate worldwide. Beyond karate, his passion extends to writing, motivational speaking, and entrepreneurial ventures.
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Practical Karate Applications in Modern Fighting Sports
In the modern realm of Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) and other fighting sports, practical Karate applications are often considered an indispensable arsenal for many fighters. Karate techniques offer unique advantages, such as swift, precise strikes and powerful kicks that can instantly shift the dynamics in a bout.
Perceptions Within MMA
Within the MMA, Karate is highly respected. Its emphasis on strategy, movement, and timing aligns perfectly with the multifaceted requirements of MMA. However, succeeding with Karate techniques in MMA requires adaptation – blending its traditional forms with other martial arts styles for a more effective, holistic fighting approach.
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The History of Practical Japanese Martial Arts
Japan’s martial arts history dates back to the Samurai era, with practices like Jujutsu originating for self-defense purposes. Continually evolving, these techniques were adapted into more modern forms such as Judo, designed not only for defense but also for physical and spiritual development.
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That's the reason why I looking for karate after 20 years ving chun
But in long range you can fight better with kicks.
Very great interpretation of kata and bunkai. Today people wants only mma and Krav Maga, but karate has much to teaching again..
Thank you very much sensei jessy for your simple and easy to apply explanations, greetings from Argentina, Oss
I agreed 100% but you contradict yourself on bunkai
These techniques are old and profound. lt's only modern people who deem them to be so one-dimensional.
This video might get me into Karate. Thanks sir!
Excellent video Sensei! Why some people want to make the claim that karate and kata are not for self-defense or have very limited self defense application, just eludes me. No one can make a better case to the contrary than you have in this video. The designers of kata were deeply thinking people and didn’t design kata because they had nothing else to do. The katas are replete with all kinds of self defense applications disguised in a “dance”. Good work, Jesse.
Can I say…: at long range there is no self-defence but fighting strategies; at mid-range I parry and apply UKE to grab and hit the limbs; at closed-range UKE are mainly used as shown in the video…? Thanks for sharing
Each movement can be attack, defense, hold, or takedown. Very good.
What you actually said is that doing anything in a different way does something else… again vague nonsense wins the day.
I never understood or enjoyed Kata until I explored these concepts. Changing the distance meant Kata made sense finally!
I study Taekwondo which is basically karate with mixed up kata, and for years I have been saying exactly what you have demonstrated in this video. The trouble is, people just don’t believe you and can’t see the possibilities until you prove it. As soon as you’ve proved it they go back to practicing techniques at distance because it’s so ingrained and that’s what the old masters did who didn’t know any different
Thank you sensei!!
日本でもここまでしっかりした型の理解、把握、応用をしている人は本当に少ないと思います。
とても素晴らしい。
これに型の逆足の解釈が加わるともっと深い利用方法が得られると思います。
Cool stuff aproach
Es la verdadera aplicación !
Kali 🙏
Absolutely love your ideas on bunkai applications, me having a Taekwondo background studied katas almost very similar to shotokan katas i wished my instructors ive trained with had the same principles as you but sadly they dont they have there own variations on how to do techniques which is what makes Tkd a joke in martial arts i stopped doing this cos i was wasting money and decided to do Tkd applications based on kata applications by myself and i learnt alot more than doing Tkd in a school which was teaching absolute rubbish and methods taught badly which if used in a real situation would be pointless and end up getting the victim hurt so my advice avoid Taekwondo its crap unless the methods make sense which to me it doesn't and i was doing it since 2004 i stopped at 2015 rant over lol🤣🤣🤣
This is without a doubt the best karate tip that has ever opened my mind in so many years. It feels like an awakening to a new reality. Kata would never be the same for me again. Thank you Jesse.
Absolutely 💯%.
I’m gonna practice this now
THIS concept changes EVERYTHING
I’ve ALWAYS loved kata Now I love it even more
Excellent, spot on 🥋👊⛩
Unfortunately Japanese didn’t understand the original applications of the kata and ruined the art.
There never were any blocks in Karate, it is a misinterpretation by the Japanese by naming all techniques because Okinawans had no names for the techniques. This misinterpretation still goes on today and taught in schools. The Bunkai of the Kata we're disguised on purpose so if someone was watching you train they would not know what your doing. So if you interprete the Kata moves as showing the Bunkai it would be wrong.
Well said, Jesse san. For many year, my sensei told me, "punches can be blocks and blocks can be punches."
I was taught that every block might alternately be a strike and vice versa. We used crescent kicks more as blocks than attacks. No technique has only one use.
Der hat zu viel Bruce Lee geguckt 🤣
Excellent demonstration! Most people have no idea what the purpose of hikite is. From a fellow karateka and school owner, love your content Jesse!
Hi Jesse, you spoke about the reasons why there is no more knowledge about the bunkai anymore. Cause of illiteratecy and bombardement in Okinawa. But how come that you know this. Where is this to be found more. I did shotokan 26 years ago. My sensei, 3rd dan did not know anything about bunkai. The first movement of heian shodan was a block from a kick…..
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It is great sensei. I have been searching the effective bunkais in each kata. Because the karate is much More than a sport.
Exactly how we learnt in our dojo
Sadly they don't instill this concept even in traditional Karate dojos..
I think I first saw this in Silat, where they use sectors for distancing.. you should do a video with Maul Mornie.
Oss!
This is amazing 👍
How do you defend against this though? The aggressive "upper block"
U r the great karate master sensei. Really liked the idea of bunkai. Thank u so much. Oss!!
Dear Jesse, I used this advice last Saturday at my black belt exam. ❤
Been studying martial arts for about 25-30 years. this never really occurred to me. Thank you for your insight.
Perfect! Very logical Jesse! I agree with you absolutely