

The SKO is an independent organisation dedicated to teaching the techniques and philosophy of Doshin So. Please do come and try a session – your first one is free! His goal was not to add another way of fighting to an already. The art of Shorinji Kempo was established in Tadotsu, Japan by Doshin So in October 1947. Southampton University, Fitness Studio, University of Southampton Students’ Union, Building 42, University Road, Southampton, SO17 1BJ – Sundays – 9am – 12 midday. Costs £35 per term for Uni students – £65 per term for private students in employment – payable monthly in advance. Welcome to Shorinji Kempo Toronto Branch Founded in May 1990, we are an official branch of the Canadian Shorinji Kempo Federation (CSKF) and the World Shorinji Kempo Organization (WSKO).

The organisation is designed to be open and accessible to all, regardless of age, race, gender, beliefs, sexual orientation or ability.Īt present training sessions are held in Hampshire.Ĭlasses run on Saturdays at the Sway youth centre, Station Road, Lymington SO41 6BA Saturday – Juniors (under 14 years) 9 – 10.30am Seniors – 9 – 12 midday. This group is headed by Adrian Starr-Sensei, who has been training in this style since 1981. It was founded in Japan in 1948 by Doshin So, and is an efficient and effective form of self-defence. Shōrinji Kenpō is a formidable Japanese martial art. Please follow our Facebook page for up-to-date information on training. FFP3 facemasks are available for sale at all sessions. We encourage all our students to get the vaccine, and wearing masks is mandatory during close-proximity training. Due to the current COVID-19 pandemic, our training has changed.
