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Category Archives: Beginner Advice

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 KempoLeave a 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, vocabulary2 Comments on Helpful Japanese Vocab

How to behave in the dojo (without embarrasing 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, 2017June 11, 2022Posted inBeginner Advice, PhilosophyLeave a comment on How to behave in the dojo (without embarrasing yourself)

What is gassho rei, and what is it for?

What on earth is that gassho rei thing that everyone keeps doing?

Posted byNicola HigginsMay 20, 2017June 11, 2022Posted inBeginner Advice, PhilosophyTags:gassho rei, Training4 Comments on What is gassho rei, and what is it for?
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