The first few classes are confusing. We use lots of unusual words. A few key phrases could help you settle in.
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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?
More helpful vocab
Vocab is confusing! A continuation of our previous helpful list, this one covers more violent things.
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?
Helpful Japanese Vocab
Like many martial arts, Shorinji Kempo has lots of specialised Japanese vocab. This helpful list will get you started. Don’t try to memorise it all at once!