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Unleashing the Warrior Within: How Karate Empowers Kids to Build Confidence
Karate is more than just a sport; it serves as a powerful tool for personal development, especially for children. Participating in karate...

Jennifer Davenport
Jan 22, 20254 min read


Beginner's Guide To A Proper Isshinryu Punch
This short instructional video is meant to help you understand the how and why of a proper Isshinryu Punch.

Jennifer Davenport
Jan 16, 20251 min read



Jennifer Davenport
Jan 3, 20250 min read


Getting The Most Out Of Your Training
When you have a goal in mind, you want to make certain that the time and energy you put into training goes a long way toward achieving...

Jennifer Davenport
Jun 12, 20245 min read


Now That I'm A Black Belt, I Know Everything, Right.....Right?
When I first began my karate training, way back in the early 1980s as a rambunctious young child, the thought of becoming a black belt...

Jennifer Davenport
Jun 5, 20245 min read


Ingram's Athletes To Attend National Championship Qualifier
If there's one thing we love here at Ingram's, it's a good challenge, which is why we are so passionate about our competitive season and...

Jennifer Davenport
May 14, 20242 min read


What Is Kumite? And why is it important...
This Short Video has some great information relating to kumite training on your journey to black belt and beyond.

Jennifer Davenport
May 8, 20241 min read


Proper Karate Bow: What Is It & Why Is It Important?
This short video will give you tons of information to help you make the most of your training.

Jennifer Davenport
May 8, 20241 min read


Making A Proper Isshinryu Fist
This short video has some great tips and tricks to make the most of your karate training

Jennifer Davenport
May 8, 20241 min read


Does Karate Really Teach Discipline?
We've all heard that karate training is a great way to improve on different aspects of life; from physical fitness to stress relief and...

Jennifer Davenport
May 7, 20245 min read


5 Things I Wish I Knew Before I Started Karate
Starting a new hobby, learning a new skill, and taking on a new challenge are all valuable ways to improve not only your quality of life...

Jennifer Davenport
Apr 10, 20245 min read


Beginner's Guide To Terminology
As you progress through the ranks, you'll encounter many Japanese terms. Below is a sampling of some common terms you'll want to remember to prepare for testings. AREAS: Jodan = Upper Area Chudan = Middle Area Gedan = Lower Area BLOCK & STRIKE VERBAGE: Barai = Sweep Uke = To receive (we use this word as a translation for the word 'block') Tegatana = Open Hand Nuki = Spear Te = Hand Ken = Fist Hiji / Empi = Elbow No Sakai Kata = Ways of Doing / Method of Doing (Example: Hiji

Jennifer Davenport
Apr 4, 20242 min read


Summer Safety Tips: Make The Most Of Your Summer Break
Now that summer is approaching, it's a great time to start thinking about how to ensure a safe and fun summer for your children. We all...

Jennifer Davenport
Apr 2, 20245 min read


Ingram's Offers Community Outreach Opportunity:
Ingram's Karate Center is excited to announce that we are creating a unique community outreach to support local schools, charities, and...

Jennifer Davenport
Feb 6, 20242 min read


History Study Guide-Isshinryu Patch
Below are some questions you will want to study up on if you're preparing for a test for Orange belt or above (If you are testing for Dan...

Jennifer Davenport
Feb 1, 20241 min read


How To Find A Great Martial Arts School
The truth is that not all martial arts schools are created equal, and there's not a common thread from school to school that you can use...

Jennifer Davenport
Dec 6, 20236 min read


Stress Relief Tips
The world moves fast; sometimes it moves at such a pace that we find ourselves burning the candle at both ends and wearing ourselves down...

Jennifer Davenport
Nov 15, 20235 min read


Ingram's Hosts Okinawan Kobudo Master
It's no secret that Ingram's Karate Center is heavily present in the traditional karate community and we are excited to announce that...

Jennifer Davenport
Nov 2, 20232 min read


Team Registration Is Now Open
If you're thinking about registering for the 2024 competitive season now is the time! We have opened up registration in our app so that...

Jennifer Davenport
Sep 26, 20232 min read


The Compeitive Season Is Just Around The Corner
One thing is certain, Ingram's is a strong force in the traditional karate competitive arena and although we're currently in the...

Jennifer Davenport
Aug 22, 20232 min read
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