This action photo is of my daughter in her Karate class. Karate is a martial art that focuses on self-discipline and fitness.

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Karate is a form of martial arts that Originated in Japan. It originated in the Ryukyu Kingdom from a blend of the indigenous Ryukyuan martial arts and the influence of Chinese Kung Fu. It has evolved into a striking art using punching, kicking, knee strikes, elbow strikes and open-hand techniques such as knife-hands, spear-hands, and palm-heel strikes. It is traditionally taught in a dōjō, which is a hall or space for immersive learning or training in the martial arts. The name dojo is a literal translation from Japanese that translates to English as "place of the Way". Karate is learned and practiced in a uniform called a Gi or Karategi that is traditionally made of cotton canvas.

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Size: 4016px × 6016px
Location: Kissimmee, Florida
Photo credit: © Christopher Mercer / Alamy / Afripics
License: Royalty Free
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