I had no idea of the Alexander Technique until two Alexander Technique teachers (H. and M.) described this to me a few years ago. Thanks to them and their periodic comments on the Alexander Technique, Continue reading
Posture
Ways to Check and Improve One’s Posture for Kamae and Well-Being
Posture (shisei 姿勢) is an important ingredient of a strong and beautiful kamae – which, in turn, is a prerequisite for the “execution of correct technique (and thus ‘beautiful’ kendo) [Kenshi247_Kamae].” Continue reading
On Kamae and Kiai for Shinsa – Components One Can Control

During the recent 2016 All United States Kendo Federation (AUSKF) summer camp, the guest senseis Toru Kamei (Hanshi 8th Dan) and Toshiya Ishida (Kyoshi 8th Dan) shared Continue reading