Tag Archives: Shorinji Kempo

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.

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 ideaContinueContinue 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 popularContinueContinue 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.