The focus of this Kodokan seminar was on the following aspects: Shinai Kendo section – ‘Hiki tsuke’ or the left foot movement after a strike, made with Fumikomi-ashi and Okuri-ashi. By this technique one should be able to demonstrate ‘dynamic’ Kendo, which for some great teachers seems to be the most distinct nature of Kendo movements.

Kodokan Seminar 2009 - Malta

Grading

'The Kodokan Seminar has for several years now hosted a grading in full compliance with EKF/IKF regulations for 1st Kyu to 5th dan. 'However the BKA Kendo Bu has confirmed that it does not intend to approve this for the next year.

This means that there will not be a grading taking place at the 2010 event, the 25th Kodokan Seminar.

On behalf of the organisers and Sensei, we extend our apologies to those members who would have liked to have attended in order to grade, but the circumstances are beyond our control. The grading assessment with Sumi sensei and the teachers will now take place on the Sunday morning'.

25th Kodokan UK International KENDO Seminar

Kodokan Seminar 2009 - Malta

Grading

'The Kodokan Seminar has for several years now hosted a grading in full compliance with EKF/IKF regulations for 1st Kyu to 5th dan. 'However the BKA Kendo Bu has confirmed that it does not intend to approve this for the next year.

This means that there will not be a grading taking place at the 2010 event, the 25th Kodokan Seminar.

On behalf of the organisers and Sensei, we extend our apologies to those members who would have liked to have attended in order to grade, but the circumstances are beyond our control. The grading assessment with Sumi sensei and the teachers will now take place on the Sunday morning'.