# Karate Shōrin ryū — Curated Karate content

> Curated Shōrin-ryū karate kata videos and instruction. (iPhone/iPad app by Cristopher Oyarzun.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/karate-shorin-ryu/id6448687503 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Cristopher Oyarzun](https://appshunter.io/developer/1685591575)
- Category: Health & Fitness, Sports
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.90/5 from 10 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 49 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2023-05-01
- Data updated: 2026-07-19
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/karate-shorin-ryu/id6448687503/reviews.md

## What is Karate Shōrin ryū?

Shōrin-ryū is one of the major modern Okinawan martial arts and is one of the oldest styles of karate.  Karate is predominantly a striking art using punching, kicking, knee strikes, elbow strikes, and open-hand techniques such as knife-hands, spear-hands, and palm-heel strikes . 

Karate kata are executed as a specified series of a variety of moves, with stepping and turning, while attempting to maintain perfect form. The kata is not intended as a literal depiction of a mock fight, but as a display of transition and flow from one posture and movement to another, teaching the student proper form and position, and encouraging them to visualize different scenarios for the use of each motion and technique

This app will provide you curated content around different Katas. You’ll be able to watch videos where a sensei executes a kata and some others where they are teaching or making corrections to their students.

Some of the key kata in Shōrin-ryū are:
- Kihon (Basics)
  - shodan
  - nidan
  - sandan
  - yondan
  - godan
- Naihanchi
  - shodan
  - nidan
  - sandan
- Pinan
  - shodan
  - nidan
  - sandan
  - yondan
  - godan
- Passai
  - sho
  - dai
- Gojushiho
- Dai Ni Gojushiho
- Chinto
- Kusanku
  - sho
  - dai
- Jion

The following Kata are not taught in all Shōrin-ryū systems or dojo 
- Seisan
- Ananku
- Wankan
- Rohai
- Wanshu
- Gorin
- Koryu Passai
- Teesho
- Ryuko

## Key features

- Curated Shōrin-ryū kata videos
- Sensei-led demonstrations
- Instructional content
- Technique corrections
- List of key kata


## Frequently asked questions about Karate Shōrin ryū

### What is Karate Shōrin ryū?

Karate Shōrin ryū is a major modern Okinawan martial art and one of the oldest styles of karate, focusing on striking techniques and kata.

### What kind of content does Karate Shōrin ryū offer?

The app provides curated video content of Shōrin-ryū karate kata, including demonstrations by senseis and instructional videos with corrections.

### What are some of the kata featured in Karate Shōrin ryū?

Key kata include Kihon (shodan, nidan, sandan, yondan, godan), Naihanchi, Pinan, Passai, Gojushiho, Dai Ni Gojushiho, Chinto, and Kusanku.

### Is Karate Shōrin ryū available on Android?

Based on the provided data, Karate Shōrin ryū is supported on iPhone and iPad, but Android compatibility is not specified.

### How often is Karate Shōrin ryū updated?

The app was last updated on November 8, 2025, with version 1.0.4. This indicates a recent update, suggesting ongoing development.

### What is the user rating for Karate Shōrin ryū?

Karate Shōrin ryū has an excellent rating of 4.9 stars based on 10 user ratings.

### Does Karate Shōrin ryū have ads?

No, Karate Shōrin ryū does not contain advertisements.

### What is the age rating for Karate Shōrin ryū?

Karate Shōrin ryū has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 1.0.4 — 2025-11-08

Improvements on the video screen

### 1.0.3 — 2023-06-12

Optimize resources to make the app run faster!

### 1.0 — 2023-05-01

No release notes.

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