Ken
Shin Kai teaches the art of Japanese swordsmanship through the combined
disciplines of Kendo, Iaido and Jodo.
The meaning of Ken Shin is to manifest a true mind and it is with this attitude
that training in the sword is conducted.
Kendo and its related discipline Iaido, are the modern equivalent of ancient
Samurai training techniques. Through practice with the Japanese sword, it
is possible to develop harmony with ones environment and spontaneity of
action.
Study of the Japanese sword allows us to experience our essential human
nature by cutting through the ego and removing the concerns of everyday
life. By allowing full release of stress and tension, these activities
develop clarity of mind and increased vitality. The skills developed may
be applied to all aspects of ones life, including business and interpersonal
relationships and will compliment any existing training. |
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Kendo and Iaido work
on complimentary aspects of the same principle.
They develop:
- READINESS - learn how to act and react at the appropriate time.
- SPONTANEITY - through good preparation act with 100% of your ability.
- OPPORTUNITY - learn how to maximise opportunities by helping to recognise Suki (opportunity)
and develop the ability to immediately react.
- SELF AWARENESS - develop increased awareness of self and
personal power.
Kendo looks at these
areas from an external point of view, developing awareness of distance
and timing. Bamboo swords combined with body armour are used for safety,
enabling full contact to be made. Kendo is also a competitive sport allowing
for participation at club, state, national and international levels.
Iaido internalises this training so that awareness of ones inner spirit
may be developed. In Iaido a true sword (shin ken) is used against an
imaginary opponent. Concentration must be maintained at all times to avoid
injury. Iaido is often referred to as moving Zen.
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