JETAA Demonstration Show
May 13th, 2012
On Saturday, May 5th 2012, the Shorinji Kempo New York City Branch held a demonstration show of techniques and philosophy. This was a special demonstration in that we were requested by the JET (Japan Exchange Teaching) Programme Alumni Association, JETAA, to have a private show for their members.

The purpose of JETAA is to promote through its activities a broader and deeper understanding between Japan and the countries participating on the JET Programme. They asked our help in sharing Japanese martial arts with them and we were pleased to act as ambassadors of Shorinji Kempo.

This was a great opportunity for us to share with our community what Shorinji Kempo is, and to have a chance to do something special out of the norm of our regular practice. Especially for our newer kenshi, it gave them an opportunity to create and show their embu for the first time.

We explained the history and philosophy of Shorinji Kempo briefly and shared some of our own personal stories. Then we demonstrated parts of Chinkon Gyo, Kihon, Randori, Seiho, and women’s self defense.

Everyone put their best efforts into the demonstration and it was good motivation to work hard together and to keep improving ourselves. It was fun and our audience was engaged and at the end, they were able to practice some techniques together with us. We also had a luncheon party with our guests and had some nice conversation. Finally, we ended with a group photo.
Thank you to the JETAA for a great event and opportunity. We look forward to working together in the future.










