Those who study Kendo regard promotion examinations and matches as vehicles for cultivating self-discipline.
I hope that you will find the information in this small volume useful reference material as you tread down the path of kendo..
The content of this book is based on lessons I learned from my sensei, my personal experiences in the dojo, and what I read in books and instruction manuals along the way.
There is no way to achieve your goal without knowing how to accomplish this.
There are many things needed for success in an examination, not least of which is impressing the judges with resonating strikes.
So, what is the difference between these two groups? If you can figure this out, even just a little, you are one step closer to finding success.
There are those who manage to pass each examination without ever failing, and others who reach an impasse.
It is, however, also a tremendous disappointment when you fail.
Preparing to take a Grading is especially motivating compared to regular training.
Those who study Kendo regard promotion examinations and matches as vehicles for cultivating self-discipline
