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1.9K views · 56 reactions | Kata, a Japanese word meaning "form", has a long and rich history in Martial Arts. Many cultures throughout time have used "dances" and physical movements to pass on their heritage to the next generation. The same can be assumed about fighting skills. Regardless of origin or style, Traditional Kata is a way of passing on the martial arts tradition and teaching the next generation the skills developed by those that came before us. | SportMartialArts.com | Facebook