The Institute of Uechi-Ryu Karate

Uechi-Ryu Oryukai : A Gateway to the Institute of Uechi-Ryu (Uechi-Ryu Kenkyujo)

Oryukai, our dynamic community of practice, offers exclusive access to the Uechi-Ryu Kenkyujo (Institute)—a program dedicated to preserving and teaching the legacy of Kanei Uechi Sensei and Ryuko Tomoyose Sensei.

What is the Uechi-Ryu Kenkyujo?

The Uechi-Ryu Kenkyujo is an online program rooted in the traditional Uechi-Ryu training system (10 Kyu system), as practiced in Okinawan schools and officially recognized by the International Uechi-Ryu Karate Federation (IUKF).

Through this program, you will master:

  • All Katas: From beginner to advanced forms.
  • Kyu and Dan Kumite (Yakusoku Kumite): Essential partnered drills to hone your techniques.

For those intrigued by history, the program also delves into original kata forms and supplementary katas such as Suparenpei.

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Comprehensive Training Options

Uechi-Ryu Kenkyujo offers flexible training opportunities, including:

  1. Online Lessons via our dedicated platform.
  2. Individual Video Sessions for personalized feedback.
  3. Group Online Classes to train alongside fellow practitioners.
  4. In-person Group Lessons and Private Training in Toulouse.

For isolated practitionners, we recommend combining platform access with regular video lessons (both individual and group) for optimal progress.

Since launching our online program, practitioners from across three continents have joined us, benefiting from this unique blend of traditional and modern training.

Educational Content: Karate, History, Japanese

Our platform features over 300 instructional videos covering:

  • Technical Karate Training: From white belt to third-degree black belt.
  • Historical Insights: Videos exploring the origins and evolution of Uechi-Ryu.
  • Japanese Language Lessons: A cultural complement to martial arts study.

New content is added on bi-weekly basis.

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Special Training Modules

We offer dedicated modules for practitioners seeking to deepen their expertise:

  1. ‘The Old Way’
    Explore traditional Okinawan training methods passed down by Ryuko Tomoyose and George Mattson.
  2. ‘Yakusoku Kumite’
    Essential paired drills, including:
    • Dan Kumite: For black belt candidates.
    • Kyu Kumite: For practitioners up to brown belt.
  3. ‘Yin/Yang’ Principles
    Learn to apply the concept of Yin/Yang (In/Yō) in techniques, enhancing balance, power dynamics, and fluidity.
  4. ‘The Ancient Katas’
    Discover original techniques and forms like Furui Seisan and Daini Seisan, tracing the evolution of Uechi-Ryu.
  5. ‘Suparenpei Swinimer’ Kata
    This kata, part of the American IUKF curriculum, offers a modern addition for practitioners outside mainland France.

Join Us and Elevate Your Practice

Whether you’re just beginning your journey or looking to deepen your mastery, the Uechi-Ryu Kenkyujo offers a comprehensive, flexible, and historically enriched learning experience.

Discover the timeless art of Uechi-Ryu Karate with us.