In Shorinji Kempo there are four main methods of training. You won’t usually see all of them in any one session, but if you progress past white belt then you’ll definitely get to experience them all.
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Miscellaneous Training Montage
Because what good is a martial arts site without a training montage?
Three ways to keep exercise interesting
You know you should exercise more. But the gym is so dull, right? Pounding on the treadmill for half an hour, maybe do some reps on the strength machines? Same routine each week.
Bo-ring.
How to behave in the dojo (without embarrassing yourself)
You’re new, you’re nervous – but don’t be! Here’s all you need to know to enjoy your first session.
What is gassho rei, and what is it for?
What on earth is that gassho rei thing that everyone keeps doing?
A successful IKA seminar in the Spanish Sun
Members of Bristol Shorinji Kempo Dojo attended the International Kempo Association seminar in Beasain, Spain.
Shorinji Kempo Goes Ape
Swinging through the trees is good self defence, right?
BSKF Summer Camp
The British Shorinji Kempo Federation Summer Camp this year took place in Staffordshire.
The Welsh Experiment II
We took our shakujo (6 foot staff weapons) to the Welsh mountains and used the natural dojo to practice.
Cardiff Dojo Halloween Party
Bristol dojo joined Cardiff for their halloween party, and what a party it was.
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