Karate without Kata (a system of basic body positioning and movement exercises, as in karate or judo) is like Kendo without the sword," said Mattson in one of his articles.

Karate master John Annable, of Karate John's Martial Arts Center in Cicero, taught them basic karate stances and moves along with using canes and umbrellas for their defense.

Cocoa Beach Karate will be providing an assault prevention and self-defense seminar for kids at the Cape Canaveral Library on July 10 at 2 p.m. Kids are taught basic karate techniques like blocks ...

Kids were shown basic karate techniques like blocks, punches, elbows and kicks and how to be aware of their surroundings and avoid potential danger.