SHORINJI KEMPO Peninsula Branch

SHORINJI KEMPO
Peninsula Branch (USA)

An Offiical WSKO Branch

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Information about Joining the Practice at the Peninsula Branch

Joining

New students are welcome on an on-going basis. Beginners are welcome, and previous martial arts experience is not necessary. Those with a background in other styles are expected to practice only SHORINJI KEMPO techniques while engaged in practice at the Peninsula Branch.

Membership is currently limited to ages 13 and above, with concurrence of a legal guardian if under 18 (ie, minor). All members receive personalized instruction in a friendly and non-competitive environment.

New students should be in sufficient physical health to participate in moderate to vigorous physical activities. If you have any health issues or concerns, please consult your physician, as well as identify them to the Branch Master.

Although attendance to all classes is not required, students are encouraged to attend as much as possible and on a regular basis. Given Shorinji Kempo's complexity, commitment to regular practice is the only way to retain information and develop skills.

In addition, students must learn a small vocabulary of Japanese terms through the regular and routine class instructions. Students that train regularly find this manageable even if they do not have any Japanese language background.

Cost and Expectations for Practicing at the Peninsula Branch:

Monthly Fee: $35. Please inquire about family discounts. As an alternative, $10/class drop-in rate is available.
Registration Fee: $25. This is an one time fee for new student's registration with the World Shorinji Kempo Organization Headquarter.
Students are expected to practice in traditional white "Dogi" uniform. For the first few practices for new students, t-shirt & sweat pants (or something easy to exercise in) will be acceptable. New official Dogi is available now. Please consult with the Branch Master about details of the requirement.
We do ask everyone to sign a "Hold Harmless Agreement" (some times referred to as an insurance waiver) which is required for insurance purpose. Forms are available from the Branch Master.

Once the student's registration with WSKO is complete, an ID card will be issued from the WSKO headquarter in Japan. This will give the student the previledge to practice with any WSKO practice location around the world. Registration with the WSKO headquarter is a requirement.

Contact e-mail: yoshi_kara@hotmail.com

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