Name: Taka Sensei - 2 Day seminar, Explore soft blocking and it's practical application
Start: 2026-03-28T00:00:00+11:00
End: 2026-03-29T06:30:00+11:00
Location: SMAC

Taka Sensei - 2 Day seminar, Explore soft blocking and it's practical application

2 DAYS TRAINING
Jointly hosted by Peninsula Karate Rosebud (Amanda Thomas Sensei), Combat Academy (Lindsay Hart Sensei) and SMAC Gym (Matt Ball).
After a number of years of 2 hour seminars at our dojo's, Taka Sensei has agreed to run a 2 day course, consisting of 10 hours of exploration of his expression of Karate and Martial arts.
This will not be "style based" training and is open to all martial artists.
Book now: https://sparkpages.io/?i=_L85b
Training will take place at SMAC Gym, Somerville Vic. 2/5 Simcock St, Somerville.
Training outline
Day 1 - 28th (Sat) March
10:00am – 12:30pm, 1st session, Basic Soft Blocking Practice.
12:30pm – 2:00pm Lunch & personal practice.
2:00pm – 4:30pm, 2nd session, Application Technique in Kata using soft blocking
Day 2 - 29th (Sun) March
10:00am – 12:30pm, 3rd session, Application Technique in Sparring using soft blocking
12:30pm – 2:00pm Lunch & personal practice.
2:00pm – 4:30pm, 4th session,
Conclusion of Soft Blocking(Body Manipulation, power connection, self defense, etc)
BONUS - Yamato Sensei, will perform a kobudo demonstration at the end of each session.
Takafumi Nakayama sensei is a respected figure in the world of Japanese and Okinawan Karate.
Here’s why I think you will get a lot from his seminar - I know I did.
Expertise and Experience:
Nakayama sensei is a master in Okinawa Shorin-Ryu Shido-Kan Karate and a in RyuKyu Kingdom Sui-Di Kobujutsu.
He is well know for his fun engaging style and is one of the few traditional stylists that can excited children, engage teenagers and enlighten adults
He is known for his deep understanding of traditional martial arts, including both striking techniques and soft blocking (Sui-Di).
His expertise attracts practitioners who seek to refine their skills and gain insights into authentic Okinawan Karate.
Innovative Teaching Methods:
Nakayama sensei, along with other JKA instructors, developed a rational teaching approach tailored to individual students’ levels and goals.
He emphasizes practical, scientifically analysed training methods, ensuring that each aspect of practice is physically effective.
Sui-Di Soft Blocking:
Nakayama sensei’s seminars often focus on Sui-Di soft blocking techniques.
Participants learn how to strike simultaneously while blocking, moving beyond mere tapping or parrying.
His emphasis on feeling and understanding Sui-Di makes his seminars valuable for serious practitioners.
Attendees appreciate Nakayama sensei’s deceptively simple-looking high-level techniques.
Inspiring Seminars:
Nakayama sensei’s seminars are not only informative but also inspiring.
Participants leave with practical skills, deeper knowledge, and renewed motivation to continue their Karate journey.
Overall, people attend Nakayama sensei’s seminars to learn from a seasoned master, refine their techniques, and connect with the rich heritage of Okinawan Karate. 🥋👊