Thumb and Last Warrior OSC Shidokan Sorsogon State University-Sorsogon Dojo

|| 𝗦𝗢𝗥𝗦𝗨-𝗦𝗖 𝗦𝗣𝗘𝗖𝗜𝗔𝗟 𝗢𝗥𝗚𝗔𝗡𝗜𝗭𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡

𝑲𝒊𝒂𝒊𝒊𝒊𝒊!🥋👊💥

Want to learn self-defense?
Develop your leadership skills?
Build character and self-discipline?

Then this is for you!

Come and join us at the 𝐒𝐨𝐫𝐒𝐔 𝐊𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝𝐨 𝐂𝐥𝐮𝐛 (The Thumb and The Last Warrior - OSC Shidokan Karatedo). SorSU Karatedo Club welcomes all students who want to grow stronger, sharpen their minds, and embrace the way of discipline.

Where to find us?
📍SorSU Pavilion
📅 Mondays and Wednesdays
⏱️ 5:00 - 7:00 PM

Visit our page: https://www.facebook.com/TTLWosc.sorsu

Requirement:
• Must be a benefice SorSU student (Main Campus or Baribag Campus).

"Students with no experience can join."

"There is no first attack in karate, only a defense of oneself." 🥋💥

🥋 JOIN OSC SORSU KARATEDO!

Want to learn Karate, self defense, discipline, and confidence? This is your chance to join the OSC SorSU Karatedo Family!

✨ All SorSU Students are welcome - beginners included!

📌 Venue: SorSU Pavilion
⏰ Time: 1:00-5:00 pm
📞 0998 954 2023

Come, Train With Us, Learn New Skills, Make Friends, And Become Stronger Together! 💪 🥋

TRAIN TODAY. LEAD TOMORROW.

Happy Birthday to Migs Benedict! May this year bring you success, joy, and countless memorable moments. We’re grateful to celebrate this special day with you.

Wishing you happiness and blessings always!

Happy birthday to our LD JOHN PAUL L. del ROSARIO!

We are truly grateful for your guidance and for the wisdom you generously share with us. Your leadership, dedication, and unwavering support continue to inspire us to grow both as karatekas and as individuals.

Thank you for being a mentor who leads by example and for always encouraging us to strive for excellence. May God continue to bless you with abundant joy, good health, strength, and countless opportunities. May this new chapter of your life bring even greater success, lasting happiness, and fulfillment in everything you do.

Happy Birthday, LD! Wishing you many more blessed and successful years ahead. 🥋🎉

🎉 Happy Birthday, Migs Lorenz Nacion! 🥋

Today is a special day as we celebrate the birthday of our fellow karateka, Migs Lorenz Nacion!

The Thumb and The Last Warrior OSC Shidokan Karatedo – SorSu Sorsogon Dojo family wishes you a year filled with good health, endless happiness, and abundant blessings. May you continue to grow stronger not only as a martial artist but also as a person, carrying the values of discipline, respect, perseverance, and humility wherever life takes you.

Have a wonderful celebration and may this new chapter of your life be filled with success and unforgettable memories.

Happy Birthday once again, Migs! 🥳🎂

🎉 Happy Birthday, Migs Danica Dela Peña! 🥋🎂

On this special day, The Thumb and The Last Warrior OSC Shidokan Karatedo – SorSu Sorsogon Dojo warmly greets you a Happy Birthday!

May this new chapter of your life be filled with good health, endless happiness, success, and countless blessings. Continue to embody the true spirit of a karateka with discipline, courage, humility, and perseverance. May you achieve more milestones both inside and outside the dojo.

Enjoy your special day, Migs!

Happy Birthday to our fellow karateka, Migs Welbert! 🥋

Your hard work and determination inspire us all. Wishing you good health, endless happiness, and continued success in life. Have an amazing day! 🎂🎈

KARATE BASICS GUIDE

Stances • Techniques • Terminology

Karate is more than punches and kicks — it is a discipline that develops the body, mind, and spirit through constant practice, focus, and respect. This guide introduces some of the most important fundamentals every karateka must understand on the path of Karate-Do.

The illustration demonstrates the powerful Oi Tsuki (Long Punch) performed in Zenkutsu Dachi (Forward Stance), one of the most fundamental attacking positions in traditional karate. Proper stance, balance, and body alignment allow the technique to generate speed, power, and stability.

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BODY TARGET LEVELS

JODAN — Upper Level

Attacks directed toward the head, face, or upper body.

CHODAN — Middle Level

Targets the chest, ribs, and midsection.

GEDAN — Lower Level

Techniques aimed toward the lower body and legs.

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BASIC STANCES (DACHI)

Heisoku Dachi

Close feet stance used for attention and readiness.

Musubi Dachi

Joining stance commonly used during bowing and respect.

Heiko Dachi

Natural parallel stance for balance and preparation.

Kiba Dachi

Horse-riding stance that develops strong legs and stability.

Zenkutsu Dachi

Forward stance used for powerful attacks and strong movement.

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BASIC PUNCHES (TSUKI)

Jodan Tsuki

Upper-level punch targeting the head or face.

Chodan Tsuki

Middle-level punch aimed at the body.

Gedan Tsuki

Lower-level punch directed downward.

Nidan Tsuki

Double punch combination.

Sanban Tsuki

Triple punch combination for speed and rhythm.

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BASIC BLOCKS (UKE)

Jodan Age Uke

Rising block for defending against upper attacks.

Chodan Soto Uke

Middle outside block used to redirect attacks.

Gedan Barai

Lower sweeping block for defending the lower body.

Shuto Uke

Knife-hand block using the edge of the hand.

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JAPANESE COUNTING IN KARATE

1. Ichi

2. Ni

3. San

4. Shi

5. Go

6. Roku

7. Shichi

8. Hachi

9. Kyu

10. Ju

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KARATE PHILOSOPHY

Karate training begins with basics.
Strong stances build strong techniques.
Strong techniques build discipline and confidence.

Every movement in Karate teaches balance, focus, self-control, and perseverance. True karateka train not only to improve fighting ability, but to strengthen character and spirit.

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CORE VALUES OF KARATE

Respect — Honor yourself and others

Discipline — Train with consistency and focus

Perseverance — Never give up

Spirit — Develop courage and inner strength

> “Train hard. Stay humble. Never stop learning.”

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Today, The Thumb and the Last Warrior OSC Shidokan Karatedo – SorSU family proudly celebrates the remarkable achievement of our graduating warriors. Through years of discipline, perseverance, dedication, and unwavering spirit, they have not only excelled in their academic journey but have also embodied the true values of karate-do respect, honor, courage, and self-improvement.

Congratulations to our graduates:

🎓 LD Henry D. Bañez Jr.
Bachelor in Technology Major in Electronics Technology

🎓 Migs Kyle Cañazares
Bachelor in Technology Major in Mechanical Technology

🎓 Migs Isabel Haguring
Bachelor of Secondary Education Major in Science

🎓 Migs Serafin F. Gacayan Jr.
Bachelor in Technology Major in Mechanical Technology

You entered the dojo as students and leave as warriors ready to face greater battles beyond the university walls. Your dedication has inspired your fellow members, and your legacy will remain a part of this organization.

As you take your next step toward your dreams, carry with you the lessons learned on and off the mat. May your journey be filled with success, purpose, and honor.

Once a warrior, always a warrior.
— your Karatedo family salutes you!