Shorinji kempo is a japanese martial art considered to be a modified version of shaolin kung. The syllabus of shorinji kempo is divided into two main parts. Since then it has been released in multiple editions, the latest being from 2001 and is divided into two. So doshin, a japanese martial artist and former military intelligence agent. The basis are the concepts that spirit and body are not separable shinshinichinyo and that it is integral to train both body and spirit kenzen ichinyo. While the term approximately does not mean exactly, it can lead to exact findings applicable to you. Welcome to the official united states shorinji kempo federation website. Techniques are rationally designed to exploit the principles of body mechanics, physiology, and psychology so that anyone can do them. Shorinji kempo valuelevelup guideline the guideline outline the conditions for permission to view this guideline. In shorinji kempo both new and senior members practice together in the same class. Shorinji kempo was developed as a means of mastering oneself, and thereby creating a better society, rather than simply as method of selfdefense or of winning contests. It wasnt until recent technology that enabled us to provide these journals to the public at an affordable price.
Note that this is not a complete list of all the techniques in the tracy kenpo system. Kenpo techniques are groups of basic moves arranged in a preplanned sequence to illustrate a possible defense for a given scenario. Ed parker wrote a monthly article for iron man magazine, and in early 1958 ed parker asked me to organize the techniques according to difficulty and prepare a list for the book he was. Kssk kosho shorei shin kai a history of kosho shorei ryu. On this website you can find information about the many branchas and practice locations for shorinji kempo throughout the united states. Shorinji kempo project gutenberg selfpublishing ebooks. Shorinji kempo techniques pdf haraiuke defense with lower arm. The philosophy and techniques of shorinji kempo are outlined in their master text. Embu can be translated as perform fight, the first character. Nippon kempo is a defensive art that does not restrict students in methodology. However, some parts of the session are often divided into groups, where everyone gets to practice the techniques of their level. Explosion from within is really implosion to without.
Techniques shorinji kempo downtown new york city branch. From a technical point of view, nippon kempo is a martial art system based on techniques of striking and kicking, atemi waza, blocking ukewaza, throwing nagewaza, reverse joint locks kansetsugyakutoriwaza and ground combat newaza. Shorinji kempo incorporates zen for mental training. Shorinji kempo, shorinji kenpo, meaning shaolin temple boxing is a japanese martial art considered to be a modified version of shaolin kung fu. They are taught with the three phase concept which views the techniques in 3 stages phases. Accordingly, doshin so traces the philosophy and fighting techniques of shorinji kempo to india 5,000 years ago. The name shorinji kempo is the japanese reading of shaolin quanfa. Through the study of self defense techniques, the student of nippon kempo comes to appreciate and understand the mental and physical aspects of the art and the harmonious relationship between them. Enable sets the adobe pdf reader addon to open pdfs in the browser. It is unique combination of the philosophy, masterry of techniques, and education system.
Add notes to your pdf files, pdf editor has a document and note editor to annotate the most important parts of your edited pdf file. The first version of this book was released in 1953. The list aims to contain all words used in the naming of shorinji kempo techniques, and although other words are present, it is not intended. Kyohan can be regarded as the primary book within shorinji kempo as it contains explanations of all our techniques and is written by the founder of shorinji kempo. The secret 4th dan part a shorinji kempo shorinji kempo is neither a traditional form of martial art nor a kind of competitive sport. Shorinji kempo is a method of selfdefense that anyone, regardless of sex or age, can learn. The teachings, techniques, and educational system of shorinji kempo are all. A total of about 10 volumes will follow volume one.
Shorinji kempo contains techniques against all possible types of attacks, that can be adapted depending on the situation. Shorinji kempo techniques pdf ebook market shorinji kempo techniques downloads at download free pdf files,ebooks and documents kyu 1 kyu shorinji kempo iowa branch shorinji kempo techniques pdf pdf ebook market kempo training manual kempo we offer the original japanese kempo training manual and a dvd ranking. Japanese arts of holistic selfcultivation at their best. Kempos philosophy and techniques is strictly prohibited. Through learning the philosophy, students are taught how to nurture their own body and mind, help each other, and live happily together. Please choose a version of the symbol and logo mark which ensures that it does not seem to merge. When shorinji kempo is properly understood by those people in proximity to it, it gains their support and branches become more active. This is a brief introduction to the philosophy of shorinji kempo. Mar 11, 2017 shorinji kempo is a way of developing individuals. Shorinji kempo dictionary below is a list of japanese terms used in shorinji kempo. The core philosophy of shorinji kempo was inspired by doshin sos experiences of the aftermath of world war ii. Combines pdf files, views them in a browser and downloads.
We hope you enjoy our site and check back with us often as we continue to add new features and keep bringing you exciting, practical, and workable information that you can use right away to powerfully enhance your own study of pressure point fighting. It is several years in the making and all techniques are carefully demonstrated and discussed by senior instructors of american kenpo karate, jesus and refugio flores. Not until the brain shifts into gear with the body will the intangible become tangible. The official web site for kosho shorei shin kai, bushidokai traditional martial arts dojo, and the acupuncture, shiatsu and oriental medicine of new england clinic, of east lyme, connecticut. Shorinji kempo claims to be a holistic system, whose training methods are divided into three parts. It was established in 1947 by doshin so, a japanese martial artist. Shorinji kempo pdf martial arts books, aikido, judo, art world, free ebooks. The intellectual property of shorinji kempo the teachings, techniques, and educational system of shorinji kempo are all unique intellectual property created as the result of creative endeavor. The priests at shorinji practiced kempo as a form of meditation. Some people will take something and turn it into whatever they need it to be. Shorinji kempo shorinji kempo shorinjikempo, meaning shaolin temple fist law is a japanese martial. Shorinji kempo teaches a wide variety of techniques, covering a wide range of applications. Chapter 1 the origins and activities of shorinji kempo. Israeli krav maga, learn krav maga, martial arts techniques, combat training.
Apr 22, 2002 transitions are the conjunctions that bridge techniques. Shorinji kempo goho book pdf open internet explorer, and choose tools manage addons. However, an understanding of the philosophy on which the martial art is founded is essential. The answer to this is the origin of shorinji kempo. Techniques built around punches and kicks as defensive counterattacks are called goho hard method, and for defensive counter attacks against grabs, for example to the wrist or clothing, escapes and attacks to the joint leading to take downs or throws are called juho soft method.
These techniques can be broadly divided into three types. Shorinji kempo philosophy for beginners introduction. Hold a job, adhere to the organizations philosophy, and be recognized as a leader within society. Shorinji kempo is a system for selfimprovement and training with many similarities to shaolin kungfu, including using the same first three kanji. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. There are eight comprehensive chapters covering, history, philosophy, basic techniques, throwing techniques, pinning techniques, applications and selfdefense techniques. They were imported into china and eventually institutionalized at the famous shaolin ssu. Beginner blocks strikes kicks upward downward inward outward outward extended reverse punch forward punch shuto knife edge chop finger tip strike. Shorinji kempo techniques have two characteristics. The techniques were organized according to the attack, i. For many, learning shorinji kempo is predominantly about learning the physical techniques.
If you are a student of shorinji kempo, this is a must own book for you. The system relies on an understanding of weak points, balance control, and body mechanics to allow even a smaller or weaker person to overcome a much stronger or larger opponent. Some will need selfdefense, some sport, and for some, a type of filler to complete the void in their life. Shorinji kempo practice is mainly done in pairs, where one takes the role as attacker and the other practice the actual technique, then one alternate role.
Kempo is aimed at the development of the mind and body, a strong character and self confidence. Kyusho kempo the secret art of pressure point fighting. Embu is a very important part of shorinji kempo practice, because it puts the techniques in a context and one performs several techniques in longer combinationsseries. Shorinji kempo is a very broad system, but is focused on practical and effective self defence techniques. Shorinji kempo and train is the gyo of shorinji kempo, to dedicate oneself to the nurturing of people and creation of the ideal world that is the movement of happiness. Goho goho techniques include punches, kicks and other strikes, the basic idea of a goho technique is to launch or receive a strike against an offender. Translations are not guaranteed to be exact or comprehensive as they relate specifically to a shorinji kempo context. Much of the practice is set up so that we train together and the more experienced members are helping the newer ones. Shorinji kempo philosophy and techniques doshin so on. Shorinji kempo download ebook pdf, epub, tuebl, mobi.
1492 650 248 1264 79 783 461 171 226 1328 1243 54 1013 385 1556 1479 523 1203 875 877 211 1538 910 1372 1343 1139 382 1032 911 1298 1384 1225 123 1239 420 494 1260