Kenjutsu Classes at the Kaishin Dojo
Come and learn the functional sword art of kenjutsu at St Paul’s own Kaishin Dojo.
If you have an active interest in martial arts or you find yourself just naturally drawn to the blade, then this is the School for you. Our qualified instructors will teach you the Japanese art of swordsmanship (Kenjutsu) that was made famous by the Samurai warriors of Japan. Training in the art includes learning to draw the blade safely and effectively, cutting and blocking techniques, tameshigiri (cutting targets of rice straw) and of course the higher order of skill, combative application and theory.
Classes
The Kaishin Dojo is a place where one can learn the art of the Japanese sword. Students begin on the path with basic techniques and wooden training weapons. As one's skill increases, more advanced techniques are given. Eventually real swords are introduced and more techniques are presented. Students learn the theory and the application of kenjutsu.
The Japanese sword art taught at the Kaishin Dojo is called Kaishin Ryu. Kaishin is a Japanese word that means "open spirit" and it is a term that sets the tone for the study of the sword arts in functional terms. The Japanese sword arts are often so cloaked in cultural ornament that the serious would be student of these arts are confronted with training choices that offer only rote and recitation of empty form
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