Monterey Branch
(Monterey, California, U.S.A.)
(Former Defense Language Institute Branch)
*New Students are always welcome.
*Before joining, please visit and observe the practice at least once. Prior to visiting our branch, please contact us by email. (Not by phone)
*Before starting the first practice, all the application forms and fees must be submitted to us due to our insurance policy.
Date & Time: (Come by 17:50)
Wednesday 18:00-20:00
Friday 18:00-20:00
How we practice Shorinji Kempo
Place:
Monterey Peninsula Buddhist Temple
(1155 Noche Buena Street, Seaside, CA 93955) map
Monthly tuition: $45 (8-9 practices a month)
(Please inquire about children, family or student discounts.)
One time Registration fee: $26
Dogi: Only Shorinji Kempo dogi with Shorinji kempo logo can be accepted.
Please inquire the Branch Master.
Branch Master:
Mr. Kazuki Arita (Master's Bio)
(6th Degree Blackbelt, Japanese Professor at Defense Language Institute, Monterey, CA)
Contact:
Email: aritakazuki@hotmail.com
*All Shorinji Kempo Branches all over the world are non-for-profit-organizations.
All the instructors do not make money for their living from teaching Shorinji Kempo.
All of them teach for the love of Shorinji Kempo and the philosophy. The monthly tuitions collected are used for rental space fee, equipment, insurance, and related activities.
Fun Photo Gallary of Shorinji Kempo Demos at Language Day of DLI, Obon festivals in Monterey & North CA, & etc since 2005.
Introductory article about Shorinji Kempo Monterey Branch on "Monterey County Weekly Newspaper" (June, 11, 2009)
The concept of Japanese Martial Arts is different from US. Japanese Martial Arts is taught as education. Many Japanese people learn it not for fighting, but for developing their own body strength, mind, and energy. At middle / high school, students learn martial arts as one of the school subjects along school curriculums which Ministry of Education of Japan regulates for free of charge. Not only young people, but also adults/seniors practice it for maintaining good health and spirit. More explanation about Japanese official Martial Arts.
<Shorinji Kempo: Unity of Martial Arts & Zen>
Shorinji Kempo is one of Japanese official modern Martial Arts, which is based on Zen Buddhism. Hundred thousands of Japanese people practice it at middle / high school, college, or district branches in Japan. Shorinji Kempo should not be confused with Shaolin Kung Fu, Shorinji-Ryu Karate, or other martial arts which have Shaolin, Shorin, or Shorinji in names.
More explanation by World Shorinji Kempo Organization (WSKO)
<3 benefits and fun to learn: Cultivate body, mind, and spirit>
Shorinji Kempo is not competitive and it is fun to practice techniques. The pracice places equal emphasis on training mind and body by practice of technique and Zen meditation. Members practice along Shorinji Kempo Curriculum which is mutual all over the world.
Through its practice, members can acquire Self-defense,Spiritual cultivation,& Health Improvement.
For children, Shorinji Kempo brings up their body and mind.
For teenagers / youth, Shorinji Kempo develops their body strength and nurtures spirit greatly.
For adults, Shorinji Kempo fosters their health and energy well.
For women, Shorinji Kempo enhances their healthy diet excellently.
For seniors, Shorinji Kempo maintains their good health and cultivates their energy well.
<Techniques>
Shorinji Kempo teaches Goho (block, punch, kick), Juho (releasing throwing), & Seiho (Adjusting body balance) along well-organized curriculums. Members can practice in accordance with their physical conditions in a safe and warm atmosphere for all ages.
More explanation & pictures by WSKO
<Rank Certification>
Members will be able to earn an official certificate issued in Japan after passing the grade examination.
<Practice in Japan & 33 countries>
After a member's registration is complete, an ID card will be issued from World Shorinji Kempo Organization (WSKO) in Japan. A member will be able to practice Shorinji Kempo at any WSKO practice location in 33 countries with your Shorinji Kempo rank.
Shorinji Kempo Monterey Branch is the official branch of WSKO.
Only members can practice Shorinji kempo and attend seminars.
Names of 33 countries where people practice Shorinji Kempo
All Shorinji Kempo branches in the U.S.
Shorinji Kempo Branches in the Northern California
All Japan Shorinji kempo Federation
World Shorinji Kempo Organization Homepage.
