Peter Jaskulski

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Let's take a trip way down memory lane.
Recently Shuki Shihan Miyuki Miura, my Knockdown Karate Instructor, opened up his new World Karate Do Miura Dojo headquarters outside of Chicago. My brothers, Mark and John, and I started training with him 50 years ago. Yes, 50 years ago.
For those who aren't familiar with the rules of Knockdown Karate, the rules are pretty easy to follow: to get a half point you have to knock your opponent and are awarded a full point if you knock your opponent out. There are no pads allowed so you not allowed to punch or elbow the face or kick the groin. Other elbows, knees and kicks to the face, body, and legs are encouraged. Needless to say, that win, lose, or draw, both parties usually end up worse for wear.
There are some photos posted from the old days as well as some current ones. There is a short video where I describe the first 25 years when my brothers and I were part of the action.
Enjoy.
GTK

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