Kendo Principles IV Nito Ryu (Two Swords) DVD by Taro Ariga (Preowned)

Kendo Principles IV explains the major techniques of Kendo using two Swords (Nito Ryu). Miyamote Musashi, the most famous Samural in the Japanese history, has developed the Nito Ryu technique during a combat. This DVD Illustrates correct examples, and incorrect moves which are common to new students. It can also be a useful self-training guide for Kenshis who want to learn Nito Ryu and have an in-depth understanding of the advanced techniques. Dojo Instructors can also take full use of this DVD as an additional Instructional material for their students. This DVD Is all narrated in English, for easy understanding and the camera is taken from various angles.

All techniques and moves are explained by Matthew Raymond (black belt 5th dan), one of the most famous Nito Ryu Kenshis in the world. He has learned his Nito Ryu techniques during a long training in Osaka, Japan. 

Mathew has won many big titles and he is currently a members of the Canadian national team, participating in four World Kendo Championships as one of the core players of the team, placing, 3rd place in 1994 and 2000.

This video explains the following details:

BASIC TECHNIQUES: (Sonkyo, Seiza Kamae (Jodan - Dalto, Jodan - Shoto), Distance, tsubazariai, okuri ashi, Datotsu (Men-Uchi, Kote-Uchi, Do-Uchi, Tsuki-Uchi]

ADVANCED TECHNIQUES: (Combinations (Koto-Mon, Kote-Do, Debana Waza (Debana Mon, Debana Kote, Debana Do), Hiki Men, Hiki Kote, Hiki Do, Kakarigeiko, Kikrikaeshi, Zanshin)

About the instructor:

"I started Kendo in Brazil in 1975, and since then I have visited many different Dojos all over the world. I was very fortunate to have been taught by many different Senseis, who were all great instructors. They taught me not only Kendo techniques, but also the fundamentals of human character. I would like to thank all my Senseis and fellow Kenshis, who had the patience to practice Kendo with me.

Many people asked me if there is a good instructional Kendo DVD in languages other than Japanese, and I was not successful finding one. This is the reason I decided to develop one myself, with the hope that it will help many people interested in Kendo outside of Japan.

This DVD is based on what I have learned and developed during the 30 years of my Kendo career. My Kendo knowledge is not any close to perfect, however I have tried my best to introduce everything I know, and what have been taught.

Language: English

Length: 1 hour

Publication date: 2005