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Tag Archives: Shorinji Kempo
Meet the Kenshi: Stu
Who are our students? They come from all walks of life and are all at different stages in their martial arts journey. Today we meet Stu, one of our beginners.
Multitasking your life
Who says multitasking isn’t possible? Training in Shorinji Kempo will improve you in three ways at the same time, and you’ll have fun while doing it.
Is Shorinji Kempo effective?
More accurately, what is Shorinji Kempo effective *for*? Self defence, confidence, friendship, or fitness? Spoiler alert: it may be all of the above!
Meet the Kenshi: Ti
Who are our students? What makes them tick? Today we meet Ti and find out the answers to these questions and more.
Busen Academy 2023
The IKA Busen Academy is an annual event for the future leaders of our martial art. We learned lots and had lots of fun. Read all about it here.
How to master an art
There are two things you must know before you master an art, and three levels of mastery you must attain. What are they?
How to prepare for a grading
What is a grading exam and how can you prepare for it? Check out these top tips for beginners in the run up to their first grading experience.
Protect, shatter, or break free?
There are three stages that martial artists go through on their road towards perfection. These are shu, ha, and ri. What are they, and why should you care?
How to progress in Shorinji Kempo
When you’re learning a new skill, knowing how to progress is important. Shorinji Kempo has a structured syllabus with a clear progression route.