How to use this glossary

There are two glossaries: one is the Advanced Vocabulary and contains all terms used by the PMA students. The other is the Junior Vocabulary and contains terms and explanations needed by students ages 6 to 12. It will help them on their vocabulary testing at belt promotion time.

By clicking on the word Browse you get the full glossary. At the top are the first letters of all the entries and they can be clicked at any time.
Or, you can simply enter into the Search box a word. If you want to know the PMA kata names, then type 'kata" and you will get a list of the katas. You could even type just 'kat' and you will get them plus any other words starting with "kat..." If you type just the letter "a" you will get any word having an "a" in its spelling or any part of the definition! So try to be fairly explicit.

We like your Feedback. Please do not hesitate to suggest words or ideas. This glossary is a living and growing work (thanks to Mr. Carlos Figueroa, the Editor) and it will enrich your karate understanding. Parents and others can benefit from it by having the chance to share in the learning of the junior words, and coaching your karate kid.