Heian (Peace) Katas Of Shotokan

In Shotokan Karate karateka (Who practice Karate are Karateka from Novice to Advance) are introduced to basic 5 katas which are as mentioned under with meaning:

These above mentioned katas are the fundamental kata for advanced katas.

Kata (literally: "form"), a Japanese word, are detailed choreographed patterns of movements practiced either solo or in pairs.
Kata originally were teaching and training methods by which successful combat techniques were preserved and passed on. Practicing kata allowed a company of persons to engage in a struggle using a systematic approaches, rather By practicing in a repetitive manner the learner develops the ability to execute those techniques and movements in a natural, reflex-like manner. Systematic practice does not mean permanently rigid. The goal is to internalize the movements and techniques of a kata so they can be executed and adapted under different circumstances, without thought or hesitation. A novice’s actions will look uneven and difficult, while a master’s appear simple and smooth.