Author: Jason Stanley

Jason Stanley has been practicing karate for 37 years. He is a 5th dan in Shitoryu/Shukokai, and 3 x stick fighting world champion. Since 2002 Jason has provided karate tips, hints and information to help both students and teachers increase their karate knowledge, deepen their understanding and improve their karate skill sets. His materials, e-books and courses have sold in over 35 countries. If you haven't already done so, please subscribe to the KarateTeaching newsletter and receive free karate teaching tips delivered to your inbox. No spam. No BS. Just helpful info to improve your skills. 100% privacy.
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Correcting sloppy karate technique the easy way…

February 5, 2013
Jason Stanley
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So your job as a karate instructor is a demanding one… Planning class, keeping your students’ attention and developing their skills sets over time are just some of the challenges you face. You’ve got to have a high attention to detail, know what the common learning mistakes are and how to correct them in a […]

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Shiko / Kiba Dachi Exercise / Drill

January 15, 2013
Jason Stanley
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Did you ever have a student struggle when moving from one shiko dachi (sumo stance) to another? Things like: losing balance “falling” into position bobbing up and down knees collapsing inwards or straightening of the legs? You and I both know you can do more “line work” up and down the tatami, drilling the stepping […]