Hanratty on Karate
Hanratty on Karate
Deep Stance Media
Episode 40: Common Myths About Karate and Other Martial Arts (Part 1 of 2)
22 minutes Posted Mar 27, 2025 at 5:37 pm.
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Sensei Hanratty discusses common misconceptions about karate and other martial arts, particularly as they're depicted in movies and TV shows.

Some questions answered by Sensei Hanratty:

-How long do real fights last?  

-Are high kicks and jumping kicks practical in a street fight?

-Can a 120-pound person defeat someone twice their size, if they have enough training?

-Is it realistic to disarm an attacker who has a knife or gun?