This kendo instructional video introduces 2 types of basic kendo footwork or ashisabaki, that is suriashi and okuriashi.
As mentioned in the previous video on the basic footwork, suri-ashi must be performed well by all the kendo practitioners. Then you must study okuri-ashi thoroughly.
Do not underestimate this. If you cannot do this, you cannot enjoy kendo!
The points you have to pay attention to:
- Get the hang of suri-ashi
- Be patient. If you cannot do this well, you cannot do kendo!
- Learn okuri-ashi. Do it slowly first and gradually make it faster
- Gradually speed up so you won’t drag your feet
- Practice, practice, practice!
The footwork is more important than learning how to cut in kendo.
The Foundation of the Basic Footwork