Empi

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The kata Empi practices quick changes of direction and it very good for a smaller karate-ka. Empi is typically practice by the brown belt and lower levels of black belt in the Shotokan style of karate.

The kata is demonstrated by Sensei Joel Ertl.

The video includes:

Introduction and Embusen:
The kata is shown slowly with a general description of the main points. The kata is then demonstrated with the help of animated computer graphics so you can learn the “embusen” (performance line).

Move by Move:
Next the kata is demonstrated close up with verbal explanations to allow the student to follow along.

Detailed Breakdown:
The most difficult aspects of each kata are then demonstrated from a variety of angles, along with an explanation of the fine points of the movements.

Full Speed Demonstration:
Sensei Ertl demonstrates the kata with the correct speed and tempo.

Empi is essential for intermediate student of Shotokan karate. This set of downloadable videos will prepare the student to learn the more advanced katas of Shotokan Karate.