勇気　Sweeney's Karate　闘魂

YOI NO KISHIN - the spirit of getting ready. The concentration of will and mind against the opponent as a preliminary to the movements of the Kata.

INYO - the active and passive. Always keeping in your mind both attack and defense. 

CHIKARA NO KYOUJAKU - the manner of using strength. The degree of power used for each movement and position in Kata.

WAZA NO KANKYU - the speed of movement. The speed used for each movement and position in Kata.

TAI NO SHINSHUKU - the degree of expansion or concentration. The degree of expansion or contraction of the body each movement and position in Kata.

KOKYU - breathing. Breath control related to the posture and movement in Kata.

CHAKUGAN - the aiming points. In Kata you must keep the purpose of the movement in mind.

KIAI - shouting. Shouting at set points in Kata to demonstrate the martial spirit.

KEITAI NO HOJI - correct positioning. Correct positioning  in movement and stance.

ZANSHIN - remaining on guard. Remaining on guard at the completion of the Kata ( i.e. back to ' Yoi ' ) until told to relax 'Enjoy'. 

These elements from the getting ready to the dissolution are essential for the correct execution of Kata.           They must be well understood in order to obtain the greatest benefit from the practice of Kata.