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Category Archives: Beginner Advice

Kempo, Kenpo, Kendo, …

Is Kempo the same as Kenpo? What is the difference between Kenpo and Kendo? Is American Kempo the same as Shorinji Kempo?

Posted byNicola HigginsFebruary 25, 2023February 24, 2023Posted inBeginner AdviceTags:Japanese, Kendo, Kenpo, martial arts, Shorinji Kempo1 Comment on Kempo, Kenpo, Kendo, …

How to fold a dogi

It’s easier than you think it is, I promise.

Posted byNicola HigginsJanuary 27, 2023January 27, 2023Posted inBeginner AdviceTags:dogi, martial arts, Shorinji KempoLeave a comment on How to fold a dogi

More helpful vocab

A continuation of our previous list, this one covers more violent things.

Posted byNicola HigginsDecember 16, 2022November 18, 2022Posted inBeginner AdviceTags:beginners, Japanese, martial arts, Shorinji Kempo, Training, vocabLeave a comment on More helpful vocab

Should you study outside of class?

Should you study outside of class? How much? What can you even do without a teacher?

Posted byNicola HigginsSeptember 2, 2022August 12, 2022Posted inBeginner AdviceTags:embu, martial arts, Shorinji Kempo, study, TrainingLeave a comment on Should you study outside of class?

Do I need to speak Japanese to learn Kempo?

When you first start a martial art, a lot of the words are very confusing. Are you going to need to learn a whole new language?

Posted byNicola HigginsJuly 22, 2022June 25, 2022Posted inBeginner AdviceTags:Bristol, Japanese, language learning, languages, learning, martial arts, Shorinji KempoLeave a comment on Do I need to speak Japanese to learn Kempo?

How to make the most of your class

Whether you’re a long time student or a new beginner, there’s always lots to learn in a martial arts class. It can be overwhelming sometimes. How can you maximise your learning in each class?

Posted byNicola HigginsJuly 8, 2022June 11, 2022Posted inBeginner Advice, TrainingTags:beginners, exercise, goals, martial arts, Shorinji Kempo, TrainingLeave a comment on How to make the most of your class

Buying a dogi

You’ve been coming to class for a few weeks now. You’re really enjoying yourself, but there’s one problem. You feel so… underdressed.

Posted byNicola HigginsMarch 29, 2020June 11, 2022Posted inBeginner Advice, TrainingTags:beginner, dogi, martial arts, Shorinji Kempo1 Comment on Buying a dogi

An introduction to Shorinji Kempo

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What is Shorinji Kempo all about? Watch these videos to find out.

Posted byNicola HigginsAugust 27, 2017June 11, 2022Posted inBeginner Advice, TrainingTags:Bristol, embu, martial arts, Shorinji Kempo2 Comments on An introduction to Shorinji Kempo

Helpful Japanese Vocab

Like many martial arts, in Shorinji Kempo we have a lot of specialised vocabulary.  Much of our vocab is in Japanese.

This helpful list will get you started, but don’t try to memorise it all at once!

Posted byNicola HigginsAugust 20, 2017June 11, 2022Posted inBeginner Advice, Philosophy, TrainingTags:Bristol, Japanese, martial arts, Shorinji Kempo, vocabulary5 Comments on Helpful Japanese Vocab

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.

Posted byNicola HigginsJune 24, 2017November 25, 2022Posted inBeginner Advice, PhilosophyLeave a comment on How to behave in the dojo (without embarrassing yourself)

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