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!
Tag Archives: Shorinji Kempo
The Four Methods of Training
In Shorinji Kempo there are four main methods of training. You won’t usually see all of them in any one session, but over time you will see them all.
Miscellaneous Training Montage
Because what good is a martial arts site without a training montage?
How to behave in the dojo
You’re new, and you’re nervous – but don’t be! Here’s all you need to know to enjoy your first session – or more.
What is gassho rei, and what is it for?
What on earth is that gassho rei thing that everyone keeps doing? What is it for? Am I doing it right? Will I get in trouble for not doing it?