Video: [ZERO TO SHODAN] - Kendo for Beginners : Episode 4 - Paired Practice by KendoStar - The Kendo Show. Not affiliated with MatRecap; their version may differ from this drill.
Technique recap
In paired kihon practice one person opens a target and the other makes a basic strike. It builds correct distance, timing and zanshin with a real partner.
3 key details
- Strike only when the target opens.
- Push the strike through with your footwork.
- Show zanshin after every strike.
Your 10-minute home drill
- 2:00Etiquette and warm-up
- 2:00Men strikes
- 2:00Kote strikes
- 2:00Do strikes
- 1:00Switch roles
- 1:00Cool-down
Safety
Practice under an instructor and use proper equipment.
Instructor disclaimer
Follow your instructor's version. Schools and styles teach this technique differently. This page is general education, not a substitute for qualified instruction.
