Kendo Principles V Nippon Kendo Kata DVD by Taro Ariga

Kendo Principles V explains the Nippon Kendo Kata in details. It is a perfect source to learn the correct Kata for daily practices or last minute preparation for Dan promotion examinations. This DVD illustrates correct examples, and incorrect moves which are common to new students.

This DVD can also be a useful source for self training guide for Kenshis who want to learn the proper Nippon Kendo Kata in depth, Dojo Instructors can also take full use of this DVD an additional instructional material for their students.

Kendo Principles V is all narrated in English, for easy understanding and the camera is taken from various angles. Many slow motion shots are taken to illustrate correct and incorrect examples from different angles.

In the first section of the presentation, the DVD demonstrates the entire ten Katas (Seven with the tachi and three with Kodachi). Then in the second section, it goes through each kata in details showing the proper way, and pointing out the common mistakes.

This DVD explains the following in detalls:
- Nippon Kendo Kata fundamentals
- Benefits of learning the Kendo Kata
- Rial & Giho (Meaning and techniques)
- Kamae (basic position)
- Reiho (Courtesies)
- Enter the dojo
- Seven Tachi movements
- Three Kodachi movements
- Exit the Dojo

Length: 52 min.

Publication date: 2007