Minamoto Combat Science Curriculum
The curriculum of the system is a blend of techniques, drills, and exercises from Okinawan, Filipino, Indonesian, and Chinese arts with a scientific emphasis on anatomical and biomechanical precision and efficiency ensuring the safety and well-being of the practitioner while providing the utmost effectiveness.
The curriculum of the system is a blend of techniques, drills, and exercises from Okinawan, Filipino, Indonesian, and Chinese arts with a scientific emphasis on anatomical and biomechanical precision and efficiency ensuring the safety and well-being of the practitioner while providing the utmost effectiveness.
Strikes
Forms
Weapon
12 Angles (Stick / Blade)
- Slash
- Thrust
- Butt of weapon
Shadow Boxing
Staff
- Forms from Okinawa Yamane Ryu Bojutsu with influence from Chinese and Filipino arts
Empty Hand
15 to 18 forms adapted from Okinawa Karate Kata and modified to be the most anatomically and biomechanically sound, efficient, and effective as possible
1 & 2
Adapted from Okinawa Karate Fukugata Katas
3 - 5
Adapted from Okinawa Karate Pinan Katas
6 - 7 or 8
Adapted from Okinawa Karate Naihanchi Katas
7 or 8 - 15 to 18
Adapted from the advanced Okinawa Karate Kata
Forms
Weapon
12 Angles (Stick / Blade)
- Slash
- Thrust
- Butt of weapon
Shadow Boxing
Staff
- Forms from Okinawa Yamane Ryu Bojutsu with influence from Chinese and Filipino arts
Empty Hand
15 to 18 forms adapted from Okinawa Karate Kata and modified to be the most anatomically and biomechanically sound, efficient, and effective as possible
1 & 2
Adapted from Okinawa Karate Fukugata Katas
3 - 5
Adapted from Okinawa Karate Pinan Katas
6 - 7 or 8
Adapted from Okinawa Karate Naihanchi Katas
7 or 8 - 15 to 18
Adapted from the advanced Okinawa Karate Kata
Partner Drills
Empty Hand
One for One
Adapted from FMA Hubad Drills
Short Fight
Adapted from Okinawa Karate Yakusoku ("Promised") Kumite
Weapon
One for One
Adapted from FMA Hubad Drills with weapons
Stick Drills
Empty Hand
One for One
Adapted from FMA Hubad Drills
Short Fight
Adapted from Okinawa Karate Yakusoku ("Promised") Kumite
Weapon
One for One
Adapted from FMA Hubad Drills with weapons
Stick Drills