# ShotokanPro

> Shotokan Karate kata learning and practice application with detailed illustrations. (iPhone/iPad app by Spectra-Verlag.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shotokanpro/id529746700 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Spectra-Verlag](https://appshunter.io/developer/529746703)
- Category: Sports, Education
- Price: $19.99 with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 10 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 121 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2012-05-30
- Data updated: 2026-08-23
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shotokanpro/id529746700/reviews.md

## What is ShotokanPro?

*** We are constantly improving our App.
Thus we are thankful for every hint. ***

Discover our App ShotokanPro!

Have you already experienced this situation?
You study a kata form, than let it slide and soon you forget the sequence. So it happens often, that the student forgets the next step in the middle of the kata form.

„If I only had the chance to look the sequence up real quick, then I would master it pretty soon again.“

Even prospects and beginners can easily follow the kata sequences because of many illustrations.

This App is supposed to be nothing else, than the required support and even more:
• Which kata did I study last ? The list with the kata forms is build as a to-do-list. Depending on your progress, you can hook a kata off to change its order for a better overview.
•The portrait mode allows you to recognize and study important details, since illustrations are bigger.
• Illustrations can be zoomed in.
• Two final techniques are always bound with three movements inbetween. Thus you can exactly follow how to get from one technique to another.
• 3 different animation speeds and free scrolling allow you to adjust the app to the individual learning progress.
• Landscape mode offers you a view of multiple graphics at one time to be able to better follow the sequences.
• Six freely eligible backgrounds put you in the right training mood.
• Always available legend allows you to look up the symbols really fast.

This App contains all 27 Shôtôkan-Kata:

Taikyoku shodan
Heian shodan
Heian nidan
Heian sandan
Heian yondan
Heian godan
Tekki shodan
Tekki nidan
Tekki sandan
Bassai dai
Bassai shô
Kankû dai
Kankû shô
Empi
Hangetsu
Jion
Jitte
Ji’in
Chinte
Gankaku
Nijû shi ho
Sôchin
Wankan
Meikyô
Gojû shi ho dai
Gojû shi ho shô
Unsu

We wish you a lot of fun at practicing and hope that we could support you a little bit !

## Key features

- All 27 Shotokan-Katas included
- Detailed illustrations and animations
- Adjustable animation speeds
- Zoomable graphics
- Progress tracking to-do list
- Portrait and landscape modes

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: $19.99.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Enbusen | $5.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 10)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shotokanpro/id529746700/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Wieder funktionstüchtig durch Update

*2023-12-20*

Gute App - einfach und tut was sie soll

**Developer response:** Wir haben die App auf vielen iPhone- und iPad-Versionen getestet und sie funktioniert überall. Wir möchten, dass du die App auch auf deinem Gerät nutzen kannst, also erst einmal vielen Dank, dass du uns das mitteilst.
Bitte sende eine E-Mail an den Support und teile uns mit, welche Geräteversion du hast. Unser Informatiker wird dein Problem beheben, damit du deine App wieder nutzen kannst.

### 2/5 — Update?!

*2018-06-28*

Inhaltlich gute App aber das Layout ist völlig veraltet, was sich auch in der Performance deutlich widerspiegelt - schade.

### 1/5 — Disappointed

*2018-03-11*

I bought the app today. The evaluation app was fine, Heian Shodan and Nidan I used. However, in the pro app all kata have a wrong count, techniques are on the wrong numbers. Kiai’s are sitting on the wrong numbers too. Very disappointed with the app and like to get a refund. $20 wasted for it.

### 1/5 — Very disappointing

*2017-05-06*

Not much there really. Katas that cannot really be viewed other thank a crudely 'animated' sequence of pictures....not exactly useful. A rip-off, especially for this high price! Don't be fooled and stay well clear - bit annoyed that Apple doesn't quality test app available in their store....

### 5/5 — Hilfreich!

*2016-06-04*

Zwar nicht günstig aber mal gut erklärt! 
Von Vorteil: bei den jeweiligen Techniken sind die japanischen Begriffe (für Stand und die eigentliche Technik) als Untertitel mit eingeblendet! Die filmbandmäßige Darstellung, erleichtert das Verstehen der (Kata-)Abfolge. Außerdem wir jede ausgeführte Technik in zahlmäßig in der  Abfolge aufgelistet. Somit hilfreicher als so manches You-Tube-Video.
Karate Do lernt man natürlich nicht am Smartphone, aber diese App unterstützt durchaus bei der theoretischen Vor-und Nachbereitung.

### 5/5 — Tolle App zum Nachschlagen unterwegs

*2015-08-31*

Läuft nach diesem Update auch wieder flott auf meinem iPhone 4 - danke!

### 5/5 — Gelungene Anpassung ans iPhone 5

*2012-11-26*

Die Anpassung an das iPhone 5 ist sehr gut gelungen. Die Ladezeiten der Katas konnten deutlich verringert werden. Insgesamt sehr gelungen!

### 3/5 — kann man gebrauchen

*2012-08-23*

ist nicht schlecht gemacht, kann man schritt für schritt nachvollziehen, Finde sie aber zu teuer

### 5/5 — Darauf habe ich schon lange gewartet

*2012-06-17*

Endlich ist sie da, die App., auf die sicher alle gewartet, die ernsthaft Kata trainieren wollen. Endlich das tolle Nachschlagewerk aller Katas für die Hosentasche. Es läuft auch Super auf dem IPad. Einfach Bedienung und alle Features die man braucht. Ein MUST für jeden Kata Fan.
Einen Dank an den Sensei .....
Oss
Guido

### 3/5 — Gut gemacht, leider keine Universal-App.

*2012-06-04*

Die Idee ist gut, die App ist auch gut gemacht, man kann als noch nicht allzu weit Fortgeschrittener die einzelnen Katas gut nachvollziehen.

Was ich allerdings für den für eine  App doch stolzen Preis von 13€ erwarten würde wäre dass sie auch das iPad nativ unterstützt, nicht nur im "IPhone-Emulationsmodus". Dann gibts gerne noch 1-2 Sterne mehr.

**Developer response:** Hallo, nach all den Jahren können wir nun sagen dass wir diesen Sommer endlich die iPad Version veröffentlichen werden :) zusätzlich kommen ein paar kleine Extras!

## Frequently asked questions about ShotokanPro

### What is ShotokanPro?

ShotokanPro is a mobile application designed to help users learn and practice Shotokan Karate katas. It features detailed illustrations, animations, and tools to aid in memorization and understanding of kata sequences.

### How many katas are included in ShotokanPro?

ShotokanPro includes all 27 official Shotokan-Katas, covering a comprehensive range of forms for practitioners.

### Can I adjust the speed of the kata animations in ShotokanPro?

Yes, ShotokanPro offers 3 different animation speeds and free scrolling, allowing you to adjust the playback to match your individual learning progress.

### What devices is ShotokanPro available on?

ShotokanPro is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices, making it accessible for a wide range of Apple users.

### What is the price of ShotokanPro?

ShotokanPro is a paid application priced at $19.99.

### How often is ShotokanPro updated?

ShotokanPro was last updated on December 10, 2025, indicating ongoing development and support for the application.

### What is the age rating for ShotokanPro?

ShotokanPro has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a broad audience of young learners and adults.

### Does ShotokanPro have ads?

No, ShotokanPro does not contain advertisements, providing an uninterrupted learning experience for users.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.3.0 — 2025-12-10

- feature make loading screen non blocking
- feature add error popup for store errors
- feature simplify title bar
- fix checkbox not displayed
- fix purchased products not shown after reinstall

### 3.1.0 — 2025-04-09

Enbusen icon visibility improved for Katas not yet purchased, shown as disabled to indicate availability upon purchase.

### 3.0.0 — 2025-02-25

Features:
- Zoom Icon is replaced with "Pinch Zoom"functionality
- Add Enbusens for all katas
  - Ability to zoom in Enbusens (Pinch Zoom)
  - Ability to move around in Enbusens (Tap and drag)
  - Ability to jump to Kata position within Enbusen via double tap
  - Ability to jump to Enbusen position from the kata via double tap (or triple tap if jumped before via kiai shortcuts)

Fix:
- fix kata list background in tablet mode
- fix closing the popup triggered the youtube button in some devices

Optimizations
- Improved shop design
- Improved popup design

### 2.12.5 — 2024-08-30

- Fix restore purchase
- Update News
- Update Website/Shop in settings

### 2.11.3 — 2024-02-13

Features
- YouTube Links in the Katas
- Added Logging in the Settings menu and as an option to send when Contacting Support
Fixes
- Fixed Settings menu display issue in certain configurations
- Fixed multiple Kata Position issues
- Fixed Kiai Positioning in Certain Katas
Updates
- Updated News site (It will blink up to 3 times non-intrusively until seen)

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