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Author Archives: Nicola Higgins
Why study philosophy?
In Shorinji Kempo, we study the physical and the philosophical. Why? Isn’t self defence about how to block punches, counter attack, and deal with being grabbed?
BSKF National Taikai
Recently the BSKF held a national taikai, or competition. It was a lot of fun!
Book Review: The History, Philosophy, and Gung Fu of Shaolin Ch’an
“It’s China, mom. Everybody knows kung fu.” – Dre Parker, Karate Kid (2010).
But in the West it can safely be said that barely anybody knows Kung Fu.
Leaders’ Seminar 2022
Instructors and senior students attended a 6-day training seminar in October. We’re always seeking to improve so we can teach you better, more exciting things.
Film Review: Kung Pow! Enter the Fist
This film is as ridiculous as the title suggests. Highly recommended!
Book review: The anatomy of martial arts
I’ve been attempting recently to understand more about the biology and physiology of why our martial arts moves work the way they do.
Should you study outside of class?
Should you study outside of class? How much? What can you even do without a teacher?
Why you will never be perfect
We will never be perfect, no matter how much we try. So why should we even bother? Is there benefit in striving towards perfection?
BSKF Summer Camp
Last weekend we attended the British Shorinji Kempo Federation’s annual Summer Camp. Two full days of training with other dojos from the UK, plus socialising.
Bristol Shorinji Kempo 