Very reminiscent of my Shotokan Sensei many years ago, despite their physical differences. Trained out of a church hall and had very few students simply because he pushed everyone to their limits, but it was clear that Karate was his life. I found it hard enough to keep up when I worked days but when I moved to shift work it was impossible - such is life.
Thank you very much for sharing this interview, Mr. Schoemburg. I greatly appreciate all of your hard work! And, of course, deepest appreciation to Bertel Sensei!
What an incredible and in depth Sensei you are Your seniors more specifically your instructor is very proud of you I can tell your students admire you greatly Incredible human being mind body and spirit
he is absolutely correct about that political correctness. Nowadays, people just say, "Let's keep an open mind and learn from other style of karate, or even other martial arts", or if I say that punching without hikite in training is wrong, people will say, "Oh, the Goju Ryu does it without hikite in their kata". That's is not being open minded, but that is being "not focused". So you are not fully Shotokan, Goju, or Shito, what are you? what are your principles? The styles had to sacrifice things based on the choices that the founders made, and you cannot just mix them all. If you are Shotokan, dig more from the correct Shotokan, not from other styles, the same goes for other styles. There may be one or two similar things, but when learning under Shotokan and you do a mistake based on Shotokan principle, you must accept being told that you are wrong. I can't believe when I heard some Shotokan dojos here teach katas from other styles just because those katas are more popular in competition smh
I initially thought Andre was South African but it turns out he's from Ch Ch NZ ,what a brilliant instructor and Martial Artist his commitment to his chosen Art is incredible well done you are an absolute credit to your parents :)
Sensei I have the utmost respect for you and indeed the world we live in now days is indeed one without opinion and because of this we do have pollution amongst senseis and students, only indeed a few.
I like his approach and thinking of Karate-do. If he had a dojo in London or if there is a like minded sensei around here I would definitely like to join that dojo.
12:42 This. So many instructors ignore the locks and holds of kata and teach some prearranged choreography when it comes to bunkai. I get so fed up when it comes to the latter as its such a waste of time. Great vid.
Es impresionante el control, equilibrio, balance, fuerza y velocidad lo que en conjunto hacen una excelente técnica. Berreo inspira y motiva para seguir a mis 60 años practicando Karate!
Excellent ! Exquisite and powerful techniques with impeccable control ! ( Brings back memories of when I used to train back in the 70s putting thousands of hours of practice for 50 years.) I’m in tennis now. I put the same dedication, time and effort in my tennis as I used to do as a Martial Artist.
So if someone tries to get rough with you the option to kick them or just hit them with a racket is available. Those Williams ̶s̶i̶s̶t̶e̶r̶s̶ brothers look like they might be able to mess you up!
I have utmost respect for Andre as a martial artist but have some issues with the philosophy. Gichin Funokoshi assembled Shotokan out of parts and borrowed elements from several styles... he did not follow one way... then his son completely changed the style to create a new orthodoxy with greater contrary motion from the hips and deeper stances. Most of this was never road tested in full-contact but made a kind of sense if taken as a gestalt. It doesn't follow that there is a right way suitable for all body types etc.... merely that this approach needs to be absorbed as a whole from the basics up if one wants to get to the core of Shotokan, But there is a world of movement outside of Shotokan...outside of all styles in fact. Still I love that there are those who continually delve into and renew the essence of a given style.
I wonder about the kicking from the seated position. Some say you shouldn't bend the knee past 90 degrees as they are not intended to work as bellows. Perhaps for the younger and lighter students it may be ok but for the older and heavier weighted... is there a chance of damaging the meniscus and knee ligaments in this type of exercise? That caused long term damage to my knees. Any advice?
Well done Andre'. We might even have to change the name or break away from the "sport " karate environment as the excuses of "not suitable for children' or competition is badly diluting the true essence of karate - as a fighting art..
totaly agree what you say in your interview.A lot of karate clubs these days,Do not train there students to a high enough standard.Not much contact is allowed,This in my opinion is necessary to prepare you for if you do get attacked so you do not go into shock when hit.Plus it helps to condition the body.Sadly most club members these days could not stamp on a paper bag.Perhaps they could take a lesson from you,Or the Kyokushin boys.
Dear Andre Sensei. It seems to me, you are teaching often in germany. I for myself are trained in Kyokushinkarate since 1997, in seibukan shorin ryu since two years (wearing a white belt again makes me free to leran new stuff ;) ). Question: Do you think, it is allowed for me to participate next time you are teaching in germany? An if so, maybe i can find a newsletter or something like this for keep an eye on my sheduling, if you visit here again?
I respect all styles of Karate-Do, so you are very welcome. I have many friends in Kyokushin and Seido. The resident Karate Master in my hometown Christchurch -- Hanshi Renzie Hanham -- is a senior 8th Dan student of Nakamura Tadashi Kaicho (Seido Juku), and also trained directly under Oyama Masutatsu Sosai. Actually, I love the variation of karate styles, which I think we should embrace and learn from each other. Kindest regards from Japan.
Sensei Bertel refers to three core principles: Tai no shinshoku, contraction and expansion, and Koshino kaiten, rotation, but what's the third? Sounds like jyu no sei, but I don't speak Japanese and a search reveals nothing. Anyone know?
Karate, when it is trained as budo, regardless of style is the same. I do Shotokan; however, I don't see it as being much different to other ryuha/kaiha. I also believe that the same principles apply to all forms of budo karate. I have friends in all the major styles here in Japan and the respect is mutual and, accordingly, we learn from each other. Kindest regards and best wishes from Oita city, - André Bertel
Kyokushin isnt much different from shotokan. Along with goju ryu kyokushin came from shotokan many of the katas came from shotokan. an example is the pinan and tekki katas and the goju ryu part speaks for itself , tensho sepai. movement can be traced back to another style at one point and time we just to observe closely enough!!
I love martial arts and been with Oyama for fifty yrs. Well he died in 94. Trained with Howard Collins, Brian Fitkin, Steve Arneil, other imported experts as well and my life long friend SHIAN Kåre Haugland to his two Sensei 3-4 for Oyama and as I remember the only one in Norway. The philosophy, behavior is much more important to me. Also kempo, tai boksing, boxing. Alongside Yoga. Since 77. I was on my way to the Himalayas now, ten yrs ago... After a course in hot yoga in Phuket. Well I am still in Thailand 🙏 I study martial arts, yoga, nunchacu, tonfa, throwing knife, etc. Not as much but some everyday. I am alone and do my things in solitude. Would like to find a person with same mind set. 100reds hrs meditasjon with the monks. No fighting monks here that I know. One thing I have always been wondering about. In a kumite,,, where do you focus or rest your eyes. I learn in boxing the eyes. But then it's hard to see the feet. I used to could tolerant hard kicks, punch. Due to I didn't see. Ok. Low kick and infight is my best. But can you or anyone tell where to look. Down smack in the face, look face, eyes kick in chest. Broken ribs alot. Ok 😊. You are very good Andre. Shotokan was Oyama first. 4dan. W. Funakosi. Oyama is his Japanese name I was adopted. He is from Korea there he had degree high in some Art. Don't remember. His whole family was. Mas weight was about 80kg, 170lbs. He fought 🐂 I remember 14. Hurt in Mexico. Ok 🙏ok. Bruce Lee 57 kg.??? If I remember correctly. Mas never lost a fight. But before meeting in USA proff Boxer. The day before he was scared. His own words. OSU Andre and thank you for your time and videos 🙏🙏🙏
Very interesting video and I have one question. Supposed an older student at age 58 such as myself wanted to return to Karate after 30 year break would it be possible to learn one on one with instructor in a private setting or is it necessary to be part of a classroom full of students?
I would suggest training in a club is more beneficial personal training in principle can be good but far more energy and natural drive to improve against the people you train with. P,us private classes are very expensive
"Burning bridges gonna light my way to the future" ... wow, a Karate teacher not falling victim for men-hating feminism and PC culture! that is real Ki ! 🔥🙏🏻
I hold my doubts, has Motobu Choki famously said: ''you can't know the truth, untill you fight." See you in Kudo competition, you can do all that with almost no restrictions, if the guy is bigger than you can eaven kick him in the groin.
He is a good teacher and he shows the real fighting situations , thank you .
A wonderful human being and a master of shotokan karate
This guy is the real-deal.
YES INDEED. He gives short dudes like myself hope. LOL.
his methods remind me of my teachers
Really like this guy. Great philosophy, great technique!
Yes and a great sensai
I so enjoy watching this man do techniques. I need to go practice.
Thank you for lighting the way from all the bridges you've burnt. Your honesty of your views is spot on and the true Karate way. Ous.
Very reminiscent of my Shotokan Sensei many years ago, despite their physical differences. Trained out of a church hall and had very few students simply because he pushed everyone to their limits, but it was clear that Karate was his life. I found it hard enough to keep up when I worked days but when I moved to shift work it was impossible - such is life.
By far Andre is a Budo Karate-ka of the highest calibre. He is unique and respected worldwide.
OSU
先生ジョーモフィット
Learning is a continuous process and we thank God for having you in our mist. Mr Andrew bless you,ous.
Thank you very much for sharing this interview, Mr. Schoemburg. I greatly appreciate all of your hard work! And, of course, deepest appreciation to Bertel Sensei!
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The best Shotokan I've seen so far, an inspiration!
What an incredible and in depth Sensei you are Your seniors more specifically your instructor is very proud of you I can tell your students admire you greatly Incredible human being mind body and spirit
Sensei Bertel,you are my favourite SENSEI.You are my inspiration and i like all your movement.Good luck and all the best.
harmonious technique feels like when striking the energy flows from the heel to the fist
he is absolutely correct about that political correctness. Nowadays, people just say, "Let's keep an open mind and learn from other style of karate, or even other martial arts", or if I say that punching without hikite in training is wrong, people will say, "Oh, the Goju Ryu does it without hikite in their kata". That's is not being open minded, but that is being "not focused". So you are not fully Shotokan, Goju, or Shito, what are you? what are your principles? The styles had to sacrifice things based on the choices that the founders made, and you cannot just mix them all. If you are Shotokan, dig more from the correct Shotokan, not from other styles, the same goes for other styles. There may be one or two similar things, but when learning under Shotokan and you do a mistake based on Shotokan principle, you must accept being told that you are wrong. I can't believe when I heard some Shotokan dojos here teach katas from other styles just because those katas are more popular in competition smh
Sensei Bertel,
I just wanted to say I respect you immensely and your attitude towards karate as budo.
He is truly amazing!
I was stuck with MORIO HIGAONNA sensei and Okinawa styles.
But monsieur BERTEL is very good !!!!
If you think you are good. Think again after you see Andre Bertel. He is extraordinary.
This is a real man. Speed, strength, agility, and endurance...this guy can destroy huge men in seconds.
may be yes, may be not
@@seksam More yes than no
Thanks for the sharing, is great man
Excellent captain very nice view I follow you carefully I am Abbas from Syria and a former karate player I have beautifully admired
I initially thought Andre was South African but it turns out he's from Ch Ch NZ ,what a brilliant instructor and Martial Artist his commitment to his chosen Art is incredible well done you are an absolute credit to your parents :)
Sensei I have the utmost respect for you and indeed the world we live in now days is indeed one without opinion and because of this we do have pollution amongst senseis and students, only indeed a few.
Hi Mr. Andre I like your style very fast punch
A True breath of fresh air.
I like his approach and thinking of Karate-do. If he had a dojo in London or if there is a like minded sensei around here I would definitely like to join that dojo.
great seminar, thank´s for Budo Karate. Oss!
Andre Bertel I am glad to be on the same team as a true martial art.
12:42 This. So many instructors ignore the locks and holds of kata and teach some prearranged choreography when it comes to bunkai. I get so fed up when it comes to the latter as its such a waste of time. Great vid.
This is amazing. There is one sensei like this in Slovenia. His name is Seiko Kostič! Really good!
Es impresionante el control, equilibrio, balance, fuerza y velocidad lo que en conjunto hacen una excelente técnica.
Berreo inspira y motiva para seguir a mis 60 años practicando Karate!
Um forte abraço sensei André e à todos os amigos do karatê 👍👍oss!!!
Excellent ! Exquisite and powerful techniques with impeccable control ! ( Brings back memories of when I used to train back in the 70s putting thousands of hours of practice for 50 years.) I’m in tennis now. I put the same dedication, time and effort in my tennis as I used to do as a Martial Artist.
So if someone tries to get rough with you the option to kick them or just hit them with a racket is available.
Those Williams ̶s̶i̶s̶t̶e̶r̶s̶ brothers look like they might be able to mess you up!
@@dududu5189 Considering I’m almost 66 , only 5’6”, and frail ,, they can ! Especially Serena! She’s 5’11” and built like a linebacker ! 😂😂🤣
Sensei André bertel um mestre excelente é notório suas abilidades
Very good thank you!!
I have utmost respect for Andre as a martial artist but have some issues with the philosophy. Gichin Funokoshi assembled Shotokan out of parts and borrowed elements from several styles... he did not follow one way... then his son completely changed the style to create a new orthodoxy with greater contrary motion from the hips and deeper stances. Most of this was never road tested in full-contact but made a kind of sense if taken as a gestalt. It doesn't follow that there is a right way suitable for all body types etc.... merely that this approach needs to be absorbed as a whole from the basics up if one wants to get to the core of Shotokan, But there is a world of movement outside of Shotokan...outside of all styles in fact. Still I love that there are those who continually delve into and renew the essence of a given style.
It was a great seminar :)
Very good karate would love to learn from you in time
Thank you sensei👍
Hands down best sensei outside of Japan.
Oss sensai all the best karaté can be achieved with gratitude Thank you sensai
This guy is the real deal, very snappy as it should be. I’m 4th dan wado ryu.
I love the way he says the seminar is for the student not the instructors look at me show
Sensei Bertel is a true Karateka and an inspiration
Ossu
I wonder about the kicking from the seated position. Some say you shouldn't bend the knee past 90 degrees as they are not intended to work as bellows. Perhaps for the younger and lighter students it may be ok but for the older and heavier weighted... is there a chance of damaging the meniscus and knee ligaments in this type of exercise? That caused long term damage to my knees. Any advice?
I go to your seminar to get your autograph sir.
Muito legal.
This guy so goooooood.... number one master
Thank you!! Oss
Excellent
rly awesome... got to go the dojo (well in my case the dojang)
He is a good instructor oss sensei
Very nice sensei
Thanks
Well done Andre'. We might even have to change the name or break away from the "sport " karate environment as the excuses of "not suitable for children' or competition is badly diluting the true essence of karate - as a fighting art..
Very energetic move...nice move sir
El entrenamiento del Shotokan, debe expresar FUERZA, COORDINACIÓN Y RAPIDEZ
totaly agree what you say in your interview.A lot of karate clubs these days,Do not train there students to a high enough standard.Not much contact is allowed,This in my opinion is necessary to prepare you for if you do get attacked so you do not go into shock when hit.Plus it helps to condition the body.Sadly most club members these days could not stamp on a paper bag.Perhaps they could take a lesson from you,Or the Kyokushin boys.
Very true Sensei oss
Very good thanks ❤️🙏❤️. Kyokushin OSU 👍👍👍
I love this guy. He’s not politically correct. A man with common sense who believes in objective truth. Rock on!
André Bertel un authentique karateka !
Andre totally absorb the form of Master Asai Tetsuhiko
Yoooo my dudes head smacked that ground.
Hello Sensei Bertel,
Do you plan on holding any seminars here in the United States in the near future?
Hola shijan bertel tu karate es shotokan o cual es tu estilo de karate. Me gusta mucho tus clases
This guy is awesome.
Is it Samsung Representative in Japan, always into turning off the audio sound of American program of all karate videos.
Nice honest opinion .
He is true deal in karate. What he said is true. If you do not know to apply kata in real life. It’s just dance.
Dear Andre Sensei. It seems to me, you are teaching often in germany. I for myself are trained in Kyokushinkarate since 1997, in seibukan shorin ryu since two years (wearing a white belt again makes me free to leran new stuff ;) ). Question: Do you think, it is allowed for me to participate next time you are teaching in germany? An if so, maybe i can find a newsletter or something like this for keep an eye on my sheduling, if you visit here again?
I respect all styles of Karate-Do, so you are very welcome. I have many friends in Kyokushin and Seido. The resident Karate Master in my hometown Christchurch -- Hanshi Renzie Hanham -- is a senior 8th Dan student of Nakamura Tadashi Kaicho (Seido Juku), and also trained directly under Oyama Masutatsu Sosai.
Actually, I love the variation of karate styles, which I think we should embrace and learn from each other.
Kindest regards from Japan.
Uzz sensei great seminar
❤
Oss. Sensei, do you have any plans of conducting seminar in India?
Sensei Bertel refers to three core principles: Tai no shinshoku, contraction and expansion, and Koshino kaiten, rotation, but what's the third? Sounds like jyu no sei, but I don't speak Japanese and a search reveals nothing. Anyone know?
Junansei is 'softness'/flexibility. All the best from Oita, Japan.
He is speaking the truth!
Hi Marster you bravos &strong
Hello Shihan. What is the kata for stiff shoulders?
Do you think all of what you talk about is applicable to all type of karate? Cause I practice kyokushin and it is Very different from shotokan!
Karate, when it is trained as budo, regardless of style is the same. I do Shotokan; however, I don't see it as being much different to other ryuha/kaiha. I also believe that the same principles apply to all forms of budo karate. I have friends in all the major styles here in Japan and the respect is mutual and, accordingly, we learn from each other. Kindest regards and best wishes from Oita city, - André Bertel
Osu! Thx! :)
Kyokushin isnt much different from shotokan. Along with goju ryu kyokushin came from shotokan many of the katas came from shotokan. an example is the pinan and tekki katas and the goju ryu part speaks for itself , tensho sepai. movement can be traced back to another style at one point and time we just to observe closely enough!!
At 15:56, what kind of kick is it?please I really want to know. I've been searching it in google but I didn't find it. I'm a karateka too.
Yoko tobigeri
I am a ttae Kwon do master . Not too many llike us Andre. We are real hardcore.
I love martial arts and been with Oyama for fifty yrs. Well he died in 94. Trained with Howard Collins, Brian Fitkin, Steve Arneil, other imported experts as well and my life long friend SHIAN Kåre Haugland to his two Sensei 3-4 for Oyama and as I remember the only one in Norway. The philosophy, behavior is much more important to me. Also kempo, tai boksing, boxing. Alongside Yoga. Since 77.
I was on my way to the Himalayas now, ten yrs ago... After a course in hot yoga in Phuket. Well I am still in Thailand 🙏 I study martial arts, yoga, nunchacu, tonfa, throwing knife, etc. Not as much but some everyday. I am alone and do my things in solitude. Would like to find a person with same mind set. 100reds hrs meditasjon with the monks. No fighting monks here that I know.
One thing I have always been wondering about. In a kumite,,, where do you focus or rest your eyes.
I learn in boxing the eyes.
But then it's hard to see the feet. I used to could tolerant hard kicks, punch. Due to I didn't see. Ok. Low kick and infight is my best. But can you or anyone tell where to look. Down smack in the face, look face, eyes kick in chest. Broken ribs alot. Ok 😊. You are very good Andre.
Shotokan was Oyama first. 4dan. W. Funakosi.
Oyama is his Japanese name I was adopted. He is from Korea there he had degree high in some Art. Don't remember. His whole family was. Mas weight was about 80kg, 170lbs. He fought 🐂 I remember 14. Hurt in Mexico. Ok 🙏ok. Bruce Lee 57 kg.??? If I remember correctly. Mas never lost a fight. But before meeting in USA proff Boxer. The day before he was scared. His own words. OSU Andre and thank you for your time and videos 🙏🙏🙏
Like very well
Master kali2 diadu dengan aliran beladiri lain dong....
It's real master!
That's honesty
Very interesting video and I have one question. Supposed an older student at age 58 such as myself wanted to return to Karate after 30 year break would it be possible to learn one on one with instructor in a private setting or is it necessary to be part of a classroom full of students?
I would suggest training in a club is more beneficial personal training in principle can be good but far more energy and natural drive to improve against the people you train with. P,us private classes are very expensive
"Burning bridges gonna light my way to the future" ... wow, a Karate teacher not falling victim for men-hating feminism and PC culture! that is real Ki ! 🔥🙏🏻
Ossss Sensei
Big respect from here. True and wise words.
bonsoir ENDRE BERTEL fait un stage en FRANCE
Eu gosto de mais em dessis estilus
If more people trained well Peace would break out🙏
INSPIRING!
Osh... Indonesia KARATE
where is the real battle
André Bertel?
The battle begins within yourself ...
The _real_ battle is with my ex-girlfriend...
...she can start a fight out of nothing!
The only two person that inspires me are Bruce Lee and Andre Bertel.
I hold my doubts, has Motobu Choki famously said: ''you can't know the truth, untill you fight."
See you in Kudo competition, you can do all that with almost no restrictions, if the guy is bigger than you can eaven kick him in the groin.
Oss!