Shorinji Kempo Curriculum Work Page

There are typically six Kyu ranks for adults (though this varies slightly by region).

Jūhō is used when an opponent grabs or pushes, focusing on neutralizing the threat without causing unnecessary damage. Wrist release. Uwa-nuki: Upper grip release. Kote-gyaku: Wrist lock. Yori-nuki: Escaping a hold. Kumite Waza (Pair Techniques)

Goho comprises linear, hard, and fast movements. It focuses on striking and blocking mechanics.

Escapes and releases from choking or pinning holds. 3. Seihho (Healing Techniques) shorinji kempo curriculum

These include strikes, kicks, blocks, and evasions designed to neutralize an attacker quickly. Techniques focus on speed and accuracy rather than brute strength.

The Shorinji Kempo technical syllabus is highly structured, dividing hundreds of techniques into two primary physical categories: (Hard Methods) and Jūhō (Soft Methods). This is complemented by Seihō (Healing Methods).

Practicing techniques alone to master form and balance, such as Giwa Ken Dai-ikkei . There are typically six Kyu ranks for adults

In addition to these, students learn Tan'en (solo forms) and Sotai (paired forms) which integrate these techniques into flowing combinations, along with Hokei (pre-arranged forms) that reinforce correct technique and timing. Progression and Grading System (Kyu and Dan Ranks)

| System | Focus | Key Principles | Examples | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Attacking and blocking techniques | Utilizes speed, distance, and power. Emphasizes direct, linear strikes and kicks. | Straight punches ( tsuki ), roundhouse kicks ( geri ), sweeping leg blocks ( harai uke ), smashing down blocks ( shita uke ). | | Juho (柔法 - Soft Method) | Grappling, releases, and joint locks | Uses flexibility and technique to redirect an opponent's force. Employs releases from grabs, joint locks, throws, and pins. Designed to be effective regardless of body size or strength differences. | Releases from grabs ( nuki waza ), wrist twists ( gyaku gote ), arm bars ( ude juji gatame ), projections and sweeps. | | Seiho (整法 - Corrective Method) | Healing and resuscitation techniques | Focuses on correcting physical imbalances, treating injuries, and first aid. Historically rooted in knowledge of anatomy and pressure points. | Resuscitation techniques, methods for treating sprains, restoring consciousness. |

Increased technical difficulty, mandatory teaching roles, and a requirement to hold the grade for several years (e.g., 3 years for 2nd Dan) before testing again. Conclusion Uwa-nuki: Upper grip release

These include Kumo no Sabaki (Spider’s Maneuver – taking an opponent’s balance without touching them) and Kote Nuki (Wrist release from a cross-hand grab).

: Practitioners begin by cleaning the dojo . This instills discipline, respect for the training space, and the principle of keeping one’s environment in order.

These principles are woven into every level of the curriculum, from the very first lesson to advanced dan examinations.

Class begins and ends with quiet, seated Zen meditation accompanied by the recitation of the Shorinji Kempo Dokun (precepts).