Thanks for these videos. They're really helpful in getting another perspective of kendo. Any chance on explaining the approach of "exploding" on your opponent when striking big men? I'm having difficulty "throwing" my body into the men uchi while making a point to keep good kiai, fumikomi ashi, and back straight. Thanks.
Thanks Paul, im going for my 1kyu in a month from now.. I was confused as to why my sensei growled at me for blocking his strike.. My Japanese is not perfect and i couldn't understand his explanation clearly, so at least now i know if I do block i should follow into a strike. Thanks again for the advice mate.
Shinobi Yup, blocking is a big no-no, especially during an exam and during jigeiko. At your level, don't even try to turn a block into a strike. When you're doing jigeiko, it's better just to get hit. That's how you learn -- hit or be hit. If you try oji-waza before your basics support it, then you risk developing bad habits that will be very hard to unlearn. Good luck with your exam.
Thank you so much for all the content you provide Mr. Shin. I have been practicing kendo since September and I am nearing my first grading (5th kyu in my dojo) and I was wondering if you have any advice?
Many of the points in this video also apply to 5th kyu. At this level, judges are looking for reasons to pass you, rather than fail you, so just show good basics with good kiai. That's the most important thing.
Hi Mr. Shin, besides the links you provided (I knew already the beautiful description of Dr. Honda's on ji-geiko), what are your thoughts on passing the 2nd and 3rd dan exams? Would you so kind to express them in a video?
@@PaulHBShin thanks for your quick reply Sensei. I just started last Wednesday in Michigan but I plan on moving back to Manhattan NYC for my college once covid is over. My college, Columbia University, also has a Kendo club so I wanted to get a headstart before entering. So to answer your question, I’m based in Michigan for now.
@@tylernguyen7988 I ask because in many parts of the U.S., the first grading for adults tends to be an open exam -- that is, you can be awarded anywhere up to 2 kyu, depending on how good you are. Basically judges are looking for good basics -- nice, big waza with good kiai and good zanshin. At this level, judges are looking for reasons to pass you, not to fail you.
Ah, another very helpful explanation. Finally made sense what my Sensei is trying to explain to me sometimes, but I can't understand well. I want to ask about kiais too. Everyone else at the dojo does a short scream or kiai of all sorts before they attack. Not right before, but just as they're standing their facing their opponent. Often, they sound like words. I asked about this and they said it was for "breaking concentration" as far as I could understand. Is this true? Is this kind of Kiai also important for advancing? I feel strange doing it and usually don't.
zorgitron There are many reasons to do kiai before attacking your opponent. In this context it's also called kakegoe. The reasons include: 1. Expression of your ki. 2. Breath control. 3. Intimidating your opponent, etc. So, to put it shortly, yes, it's important. It doesn't have to be a specific word. You will find what's natural for you as you progress. But a typical kakegoe would be something like "Yaaaaah."
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Just passed my Ikkyu. Thanks for the advice.
Congrats!
Just passed Shodan at JCCC last Sunday.
Cool, man, congratz!
Watched this before my nikyu, ikkyu and as of yesterday shodan exams, the advice helped alot.
Glad to hear it helped.
Thank you. Your suggestions and wisdom helped me a great deal in preparation for ikkyu exam. I passed! The journey continues....
Great! Congratulations!
Thank you Mr. Shin. This is a great clip! Thank you for posting it.
Thanks for these videos. They're really helpful in getting another perspective of kendo. Any chance on explaining the approach of "exploding" on your opponent when striking big men? I'm having difficulty "throwing" my body into the men uchi while making a point to keep good kiai, fumikomi ashi, and back straight. Thanks.
This video was very helpful, thank you very much for sharing!!
Awesome video thank you for sharing! :-)
Thanks Paul, im going for my 1kyu in a month from now.. I was confused as to why my sensei growled at me for blocking his strike.. My Japanese is not perfect and i couldn't understand his explanation clearly, so at least now i know if I do block i should follow into a strike. Thanks again for the advice mate.
Shinobi Yup, blocking is a big no-no, especially during an exam and during jigeiko. At your level, don't even try to turn a block into a strike. When you're doing jigeiko, it's better just to get hit. That's how you learn -- hit or be hit. If you try oji-waza before your basics support it, then you risk developing bad habits that will be very hard to unlearn. Good luck with your exam.
Thank you so much for all the content you provide Mr. Shin. I have been practicing kendo since September and I am nearing my first grading (5th kyu in my dojo) and I was wondering if you have any advice?
Many of the points in this video also apply to 5th kyu. At this level, judges are looking for reasons to pass you, rather than fail you, so just show good basics with good kiai. That's the most important thing.
Thank you for the quick and elaborate reply sir. I will keep your advice close.
very nice video! thank you!
Hi Mr. Shin, besides the links you provided (I knew already the beautiful description of Dr. Honda's on ji-geiko), what are your thoughts on passing the 2nd and 3rd dan exams? Would you so kind to express them in a video?
Thank you so much for these videos! I wish you were still making them! Can you give advice for 6 kyu exams? Thanks
Where are you located, Tyler?
@@PaulHBShin thanks for your quick reply Sensei. I just started last Wednesday in Michigan but I plan on moving back to Manhattan NYC for my college once covid is over. My college, Columbia University, also has a Kendo club so I wanted to get a headstart before entering. So to answer your question, I’m based in Michigan for now.
@@tylernguyen7988 I ask because in many parts of the U.S., the first grading for adults tends to be an open exam -- that is, you can be awarded anywhere up to 2 kyu, depending on how good you are. Basically judges are looking for good basics -- nice, big waza with good kiai and good zanshin. At this level, judges are looking for reasons to pass you, not to fail you.
Ah, another very helpful explanation. Finally made sense what my Sensei is trying to explain to me sometimes, but I can't understand well.
I want to ask about kiais too. Everyone else at the dojo does a short scream or kiai of all sorts before they attack. Not right before, but just as they're standing their facing their opponent. Often, they sound like words. I asked about this and they said it was for "breaking concentration" as far as I could understand. Is this true? Is this kind of Kiai also important for advancing? I feel strange doing it and usually don't.
zorgitron There are many reasons to do kiai before attacking your opponent. In this context it's also called kakegoe. The reasons include: 1. Expression of your ki. 2. Breath control. 3. Intimidating your opponent, etc. So, to put it shortly, yes, it's important. It doesn't have to be a specific word. You will find what's natural for you as you progress. But a typical kakegoe would be something like "Yaaaaah."
Can you cover some tournament etiquette in your next video? It sounds like something that never gets talked about.
***** Tournament etiquette in what sense? The format of a tournament, something like that?
Paul Shin like respecting your opponent, being around when the tournament helpers call your name, and just being on your best behavior.
***** People tend to pick those things up naturally with shiai experience, but sure, I can put that on my list.
Could you please cover the same subject to 3rd and 4th dan exams in a next video?
+hologramh I am only 5th dan, so I feel like it's a bit too close to comment on 3rd and 4th dan exams. Maybe when I pass my 6 dan. :)
+Paul Shin, ok. What about only 3rd dan? :) Anyway, thank you for replying me.
+hologramh Yup. That one I may consider.
Thanks! I'm looking forward for it!