Technical Legacy

Chidokai is a Karatedo school in the Shotokan tradition, founded in Japan in 1954 by Takeshi Sasaki Sensei. Though Sasaki Sensei passed away in 1992, his legacy continues through the Japan Karatedo Chidokai (JKC).

What makes Chidokai unique is its systematic and structured curriculum, where Kihon and Kumite are practiced through unique combinations designed to develop precision, strength, and harmony. Alongside Kata, these elements form the core of a training program that preserves the authenticity and spirit of Chidokai Karate.

Basic Kihon Techniques

Kara Tzuki 1-3
Heisoku & Sonoba Mae & Yoko Geri
Kihon Yon Dosa, Kihon Ido
Uraken
Uke Kime 1-5
Soho Uke, Soho Geri
Taisabaki 1-4

Advanced Kihon Techniques

Ukekime 6-11
Taisabaki 5-9
Happogeri 1-3
Nana Dan Geri

Kumite Techniques

Kihon Kumite
Jiu Ippon Kumite
Renzoku Dosa
Renzoku Wasa 1-16

Kata Techniques

Taikyoku 1-3
Kihon kata 1-15

Kata Based & Intermediary

Heian 1-5
Tekki 1-3 "Close combat/Stability"

Kata Advanced

Bassai Dai & Sho "power & amplitude"
Kanku Dai & Sho
Gojushiho Dai & Sho "54 steps"
Jion/Jitte/ Jin "structure & authority"
Empi/Gankaku "speed & balance"
Hangetsu/Sochin "breathing & Grounding"
Meikyo/Nijushiho " precision & clarity"
Chinte/Wankan "rare & unusual"
Unsu "total freedom"