100 Kata

LLLEARNER · Brown Belt

So I was Googling stuff...
I came across the 100 kata day in October and suggested our school participation… http://challengeokinawa.com/en_US/100katachallenges/
While the main purpose is for the challenge, both personally and as a school, we can also piggyback promotional opportunities with it. Pictures in the local paper and social media type stuff. It appears to be in the middle of the week but I suggested that we do it the weekend before.
I had a thought… I think I will learn a new kata for the challenge. I am planning to surprise Sensei that day if we do it.
I am now suffering from Netflix syndrome. I am having a hard time deciding which one to do. I wanted something a little long and a little more complicated than the Heian I am currently working on.
After quality time with Google and YouTube I have narrowed my selection down to Jion, Jiin, Jitte and Chinte. I have not heard Sensei even mention them, much less seen them in class. They look dynamic with changes in pace and direction. With only Heian knowledge, it also seems like there are end points, but then I get surprised with more.
Am I crazy?
Is anyone else planning to complete the challenge? Or have done so?
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singularity6 · Pre-Black Belt

I don't think they'd let those who practice TKD join. =/
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LLLEARNER · Brown Belt

JR 137 · Black Belt

What is the challenge exactly? Individually (each person) do 100 consecutive kata?

I know 16 kata, so I could repeat them until I get to 100... do all 16 6 times, then 4 more.

It's enticing. All the kata I know are between 15 and 20 counts, so it's not like I get hit with gojushiho (54 steps) or our version of Kanku which is about as long or maybe a little longer.

sensei8 · KF Sensei

Every dojo within the SKKA network participates in the 100 Kata during the annual Karate Day in October.

In order that every student can participate in the event, we often choose a Kata that all can perform, with it usually being Pinan Shodan.

It's a great time for everyone, both the Student Body as well as the visitors; a well meaning opportunity to come together across the network as one, in one cause.

We look forward to the event each and every year with bated breath!!

I speak about the event, briefly...

https://www.karateforums.com/did-you-celebrate-karate-day-vt50069.html?highlight=100+kata

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LLLEARNER · Brown Belt

Wastelander · KF Sensei

I've done it the past two years, and I may do it again this year, but it coincides with a training camp, so I may not have the energy to do it

. It's a fun thing, though
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MatsuShinshii · Black Belt

Sounds like a blast.
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LLLEARNER · Brown Belt

Would I be biting off more than I can chew by trying to learn one of those four? I was doing some more reading on the progressive nature of learning kata. I am not trying to jump the gun on my art. I was just looking to add a little extra challenge and surprise my Sensei. I purposely am choosing one that is mostly basic techniques with a medium amount of movements.
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MatsuShinshii · Black Belt

The only one I can comment on is Jutte (Jitte) as we do not learn the other three you mentioned but it is my understanding that Jion and Ji'in are about the same.

I would go for it if you have the time to really learn the Kata(s). It's not like you have to understand the meaning of the Kata (applications) for this challenge, your just going through the movements. It's easy to learn a Kata with repetition. As long as you have the time to perform the Kata many times before the challenge, go for it.

However if you know 1 to 5 (maybe more) Kata well, you may want to perform one or more of these for this exercise. You can always learn these other four later. If you loose your place while performing or forget a portion of the Kata you'll compile your frustration with the fact that you then have to start over... it might be a very long day for you.

Good luck and enjoy the experience.
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