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Anyone who has seen the original Karate Kid starring Ralph Macchio and Pat Morita most likely remembers and recognizes the iconic crane kick. Although the movie portrays the technique as being shrouded in mystery, it is no secret that the crane technique has been around for hundreds of years but not too many people know about the origins and history.
The Famous "Crane Kick" From The Karate Kid Movie
The one Master credited for spreading the technique of the white crane is named Wu Xiangui but in Karate circles, he is simply known as Go Kenki. Go Kenki was a Chinese tea merchant born in 1886 and was the primary influence to such masters as Kenwa Mabuni (founder of Shito-Ryu), Chojun Miyagi (founder of Goju-Ryu) and Shinko Matayoshi (Kingai-Ryu). Although there are many theories as to who and where Go Kenki learned his art, what remains certain is that he learned White Crane boxing (Baihequan) and Tiger Boxing (Hu Quan) and spread the art upon arriving in Okinawa.
Wu Xiangui aka Go Kenki
There were several katas in Go Kenki’s White Crane curriculum, many of which are incorporated in many classical styles of Karate. These include: Happoren (Paipuren), Nepai (Nipaipo), Hakutsuru, Hakuho, and Hakkaku.
Go Kenki died of stomach cancer in 1940 at age 53 and unfortunately, he never fulfilled his dream of returning back to his home country of China. However, his contribution to the current art of Karate-do still lives on.
Below is a video of WKF Kata competitor Minh Dack performing the most popular of the White Crane katas – Nipaipo
Respect Tradition & Embrace Innovation :: Hyper Martial Arts
We had a great time in Rhode Island. The State itself may be small but that doesn’t mean much. The Talent of Athletes was Large and they brought their best tricks for the battles.
Starting off with the Hyper Kick Challenge. Team Ichiban came out strong and Victoria Izzo swept multiple divisions, but tied for spin hook kick division and we ran not one but two tie breaker rounds. Brett Geaber ended up the victor!
The Kick Challenge competitors stayed on the mat after competition got a chance to train with their favorite Hyper Athletes including: Mackensi Emory, Dayna Huor, Cole Eckert, Danny Etkin & Tyler Weaver. Each trainer gave them tips on their favorite kicks & hand combos.
Moving into the Pro Kick Challenge Aidan Kennedy had a narrow win in the 540 Challenge with 13 Kicks! Watchout for this kid!
Cody Sanders took the Hyper Woody in both the Gainer & Cork Challenge.
The Pro Level Tricking Battles were stacked! The preliminaries were all heated battles and in the end Team Sensei Stash and Team Emig moved onto the finals.
Check out the video and post a comment on YouTube!
Tobias Bros. Presenta su segundo torneo internacional de tricking “Tricking Tournament” el cual sera una fiesta para todos los trickers e invitados.
Competencia de batallas, seminarios, shows y muchas sorpresas mas, no te lo puedes perder.
Invitado especial: Brandon “Lil B” McCuien
RSVP HERE : FACEBOOK EVENT
Hyper Pro Training Camp Experience
Hang out with the Hyper crew for a powerful weekend in San Diego. Train with the Hyper Pros and learn new kicking, weapons and tricking combos. Get competition help and tips that will make you win. Get your own Hyper style photo shoot and be a part of our new mini documentary on youth martial arts. Most of all, get ready to have a fun weekend with coolest martial arts people on the planet.
Hyper Photo Shoot
Pick out your favorite Hyper shirts and fresh kicks and get ready for a Hyper Pro Photo shoot. Our Hyper crew will take your best shots, put on the special Pro Hyper Treatments and give you a cool digital packet. All pictures and files are included in your Camp Experience.
Hyper Games Kick Challenge
The Hyper Pro Camp attendees battle it out Friday evening to find out who has the fastest and highest kicks. Compete in 20-second kicking battles and then move to hitting the highest targets with selected kicks.
Hyper Games Trick Battle
Put together your best combos and Compete for the Hyper Trick Battle Gold Medal. Check the divisions and rules for the event. (*optional)
Hyper Documentary
Hyper is creating the next mini-doc on youth martial arts. Our video team will be shooting your best combos all weekend and interviewing attendees.
Pro Camp Package
Get a limited edition bag and special Hyper Pro Camp shirt. These limited edition bags and special shirts are only available to registered Hyper Pro Campers.
GET TICKETS HERE
Hyper Pro Training Camp Experience
Hang out with the Hyper crew for a powerful weekend in San Diego. Train with the Hyper Pros and learn new kicking, weapons and tricking combos. Get competition help and tips that will make you win. Get your own Hyper style photo shoot and be a part of our new mini documentary on youth martial arts. Most of all, get ready to have a fun weekend with coolest martial arts people on the planet.
Hyper Photo Shoot
Pick out your favorite Hyper shirts and fresh kicks and get ready for a Hyper Pro Photo shoot. Our Hyper crew will take your best shots, put on the special Pro Hyper Treatments and give you a cool digital packet. All pictures and files are included in your Camp Experience.
Hyper Games Kick Challenge
The Hyper Pro Camp attendees battle it out Friday evening to find out who has the fastest and highest kicks. Compete in 20-second kicking battles and then move to hitting the highest targets with selected kicks.
Hyper Games Trick Battle
Put together your best combos and Compete for the Hyper Trick Battle Gold Medal. Check the divisions and rules for the event. (*optional)
Hyper Documentary
Hyper is creating the next mini-doc on youth martial arts. Our video team will be shooting your best combos all weekend and interviewing attendees.
Pro Camp Package
Get a limited edition bag and special Hyper Pro Camp shirt. These limited edition bags and special shirts are only available to registered Hyper Pro Campers.
GET TICKETS HERE
JEFF DOSS’ GRAND SLAM OPEN :: LYNCHBURG, VA
APRIL 19 & 20 : 2013
Now is your chance to join the fun!
We have been coast to coast looking for the best kickers in each division and training the next level of Martial Arts Athletes. Are you ready to show us what you’ve got?
This event is designed for all ages & levels.
Included with your registration is a Ticket to attend the nighttime Finals show too! Make sure you get your tickets and see if you can win the Hyper Wood Medallion and all of the bragging rights!
HYPER KICK CHALLENGE & UnresTRICKted Battles
Saturday April 20th 1:30PM
#5Mag Issue 13 IS OUT NOW featuring exclusive interviews with Amir Khan & Hyper UK Pro Chloe Bruce.
Download it online or view it on mobile http://app.5mag.co/issue13
Hyper Games: Hyper Kick Challenge & Pro Athlete Workshop – Amerikick 2013
Hyper Games Experience at Ocean State Grand Nationals
Saturday April 13th, 2013 Warwick, Rhode Island
Schedule
9am- 12pm: Access to the Hyper Arena, warm up & Practice
12pm- 2pm: Hyper Kick Challenges & Hyper 3-Person Amatuer Team Battles
2pm- 3pm: Hyper Seminar with Pro Athletes
3:30- 5pm: Hyper Pro Level Kick Battles & Team Trick Battlss
Ocean State Night Show & Finals
*Times are approximate.
ONLY $30 Hyper Games Competition (**Includes seminar)
**includes Hyper competition card, all kick challenges, battles, attendance to the Hyper Seminar and access to the nighttime finals show.
