Kata training camp was conducted by the Dragon Fist Martial Arts Academy, in February 2014, in Hyderabad and Telangana Arts and Cultural Association. Sensei Hakeem trained nearly 200 candidates and the camp went on till evening ending in a 2 hour session for senior black belts

 Above: students certified by Dragon Fist Academy, Hyderabad, Telangana, India

Senior Black belt training by Hakeem Sensei

Bassai Dai Kata

meditation in Karatedo

with senior black belts

It is very important that in Karatedo we maintain the level of training that has been set up by the seniors. It is not that we should not be aware of techniques of other martial arts, but on the other hand a good knowledge of other martial arts helps us in being prepared in case of attack by a trained assailant. It is known that Master Gichin Funakoshi did modify some of the moves that were taught previously after getting exposure to the Judo being taught by Jigoro Kano. With the advent of mixed martial arts coming up in a big way, it is most essential to be ready and prepared.