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.
Please watch the video below and join the Free Online Kendo Basics Course for step by step instructions.
Do not forget to leave a question and comment!
I’ve just started kendo ( it’s been a month) . My sensi hasn’t said anything about ayumi-ashi nor have we practiced it….. Now we have learned and practiced okouroi- ashi…… I’m just worried I’m not getting the proper basics and I don’t want to act like a know it all so I haven’t said anything any thoughts?
Thank you for your message. There are many different methods to teach kendo so don’t worry.
You are learning a proper ashi-sabaki.
Ayumi-ashi is not for beginners and okuri-ashi is the one you should learn first.
so your sensei is teaching you what you have to know.
Hope this helps.
Thank you very much…. You put my mind at ease the only other kendo instructor is a hour away….. Thanks again !
You’re welcome!