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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One, Two, Hook, Elbow, Knee

December 13, 2011
Jason Stanley
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Recently I was teaching my 4-7 year old class a striking combination, which I thought they’d have trouble with, but to my surprise even the youngest of them was able to put it together. From a left leg forward stance, the combo is: front jab reverse punch left hook right elbow right knee or as […]

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Karate belts, your Students’ Prized Possessions

October 25, 2011
Jason Stanley
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I don’t know about you, but one of the most irritating things for me as a karate teacher is having to tie kids’ belts every 2 minutes. Yes, I know, I hear you saying, “Just make them tie it themselves!” And for the most part they do, but there are times in my youngest class […]