Some of our teachers and senior students travelled recently to Cyprus for the International Kempo Association Busen Academy. This six-day training event is designed to level up our senior members, filling them with enthusiasm and new ideas to bring back to the dojo.
Dingle Busen 2025
The BSKF's September "Busen" training for seniors enhanced martial arts knowledge, revealing new concepts while fostering camaraderie and recovery.
Never Give Up! How to Re-Spark Your Drive When Martial Arts Gets Hard
Every martial artist faces challenges that test motivation. Embracing these tough times fosters growth, resilience, and mental toughness; remember your purpose and achieve goals incrementally.
5 Smart Ways to Boost Your Shorinji Kempo Performance
Cross-training enhances Shorinji Kempo by building complementary skills, preventing injuries, improving adaptability, and maintaining motivation. It supports holistic development alongside core martial arts training.
BSKF Summer Camp 2025
The BSKF Summer Camp featured intense Kempo training, including techniques and special sessions. Participants enjoyed a curry dinner, fostering connections with fellow students. A highly recommended experience!
Meet the Kenshi: Tom
Kenshi is what we call our students. It means (loosely) "ladies and gentlemen of the fist". We're not some mysterious thing though, we're all real people. Here's a peek into the mind of: Tom, a yellow belt (We have two of these... and they often work together. Don't get confused.) Give us a vague ideaContinue reading "Meet the Kenshi: Tom"
4 Martial Arts Films to Re-Spark Your Dedication
Sometimes, a compelling story can be just what you need to reignite your motivation for training. While martial arts movies are often celebrated for their incredible fight scenes, they can also capture the discipline, creativity, and inner strength that are at the heart of genuine martial arts practice. However, it’s important to remember that popularContinue reading "4 Martial Arts Films to Re-Spark Your Dedication"
Why Every Shorinji Kempo Student Needs Randori
In the world of martial arts, few concepts are as misunderstood as "sparring." Many envision intense, unbridled combat, full of powerful blows and dramatic takedowns. While the ultimate goal of Shorinji Kempo is indeed effective self-defence, the way we train, especially through what we call Randori (乱取り), is much more nuanced and purposeful.
Beyond the Belt: Your Guide to Shorinji Kempo’s Holistic Grading Journey
Every martial arts journey is marked by milestones, visualised most commonly by the colour of one's belt. In Shorinji Kempo, this progression is much more than just earning a new belt; it's a profound journey of self-development, where each grading reflects your growth in mind, body, and spirit.
Summer BBQ Social
It’s not all about fighting. Community is important too.