The Four GoShinKan Principles

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The first and probably the most important principle is Accuracy. Accuracy is more than just hitting an end point on the body. Accuracy is a strong foundation of basics and proper techniques.

The speed principle is the phase when you have understood all basic punches and kicks. In this phase you refine those foundations by curing the fat off your techniques. Timing is incorporated in the use of proper techniques thus making the techniques faster. 

The Power phase is incorporated after the accuracy and speed have been mastered. The Power phase begins with proper breathing techniques, then the use if ki. Ki is the transfer of power from center into the strike. In return, this makes the strike more effective and hard to recover from. 

Heart is the final principle. Heart allows these techniques to flow and to become the natural movements of the body, turning them into natural instincts. These are techniques that are used without thought.