In this kendo instruction video, you are learning how to take the basic stance of kendo, chudan.

Chudan means the mid level; “chu” means middle and “dan” means level.

It is considered to be the basic stance because you can attack and defend more easily compared to other stances.

Some points for you to have a good chudan:

• Do not lift the left heel too high
• Don’t bend the back of your left knee (the back of the knee is called hikagami in Japanese)
• Pay attention to the centre of the gravity
• Do not lean on your left leg (very common)
• Do not stick out your stomach

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How to Take the Basic Stance of Kendo:Chudan

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In this kendo instruction video, you are learning how to sit it sonkyo. Sonkyo is unique to kendo and also sumo. It is a part of greetings so please do it right. I understand it is hard to do. But just take your time.

Some points for you to accomplish sonkyo:

• Don’t lean forward when you sitting down
• Don’t learn backward when sitting down
• Keep the knees apart when sitting down
• Try to sit on your heels
• Keep the balance

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How to Sit in Sonkyo

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In this kendo instruction video, you are learning how to draw out your sword. The movement itself is not so complicated. It is rather easy but you must pay attention to how you draw out your sword.

If you remember it is a “sword” not a bamboo stick it will help you to do it right.

Points for you to remember:

• Shinai has a blade side
• The blade side should be facing up
• When drawing out, make sure the tsuka-gashira is going toward your opponent

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How to Draw the Sword Out – Nuketo

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In this kendo instruction video, you are learning how to get ready to draw out your sword. I see people, not few, who skip this part. Whenever I see people like that, I feel sad and worry about the future of kendo. You do taito so you are ready to fight.

Do you know why our left thumb should be placed on a certain place of the tsuba? If you don’t, you should watch this video carefully and join the Free Online Kendo Basics Course for more instructions.

How to Get Ready to Draw the Sword Out – Taito

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