Question: why do you two only mostly chudan as a stance and not other like jodan, waki, hasso? You end actions in jodan often but that's only stylistic, you should really try to practice with other stances more.
Es curioso que este tipo de payasadas las protagonicen SIEMPRE tipos gordos si cualidades físicas y con una música de fondo totalmente inapropiada. Una verdadera basura.
Here is a secret. Hit the hand of your opponent. With a real sword the easiest skill to train and be proficient at is disarming via cut to hand. Attack and defense ability is - 60% of weapon held with one hand. Neither of you are in physical shape to fight beyond that level.
This is pretty cool. I can see you guys are both using form and not just flailing around. Great vid. Though there are times I see when either of you try to "reach" with your upper body. Itd be better to move in closer with footwork rather than reaching forward I think. But then again it doesnt happen that much
I liked the sparring but the guy on the right seemed to have a really hard time not overkilling his opponent when he had either already been hit or had allready won
@Delmo67 Not true in the slightest. In any situation, overkill (meaning focusing entirely on doing maximum damage to an opponent) is not what saves you, zanshin is. After they've been cut, you don't stand there cutting them till you're sure their dead, you watch them, and stay aware of your surroundings. You never know if his friend who isn't too happy about you cutting him down is going to attack you next...
You can't get very realistic with foam covered bokkens. Although, that being said... I suggest you work on using the defensive (closer to the handle) part of the bokken. I always forget the technical mumbo jumbo for it. It's okay to get nice and close.
untill virtual reality games arive. you can never simulate a real sword fight - it's all in the mind. understanding what would be practical must come from grasping intuitve concepts such as weight, speed, just physics basically.
@kiff123456 That is quite frankly idiotic. I can only guess that you arent doing full contact , and if you are i would advise you to get gloves at the very least because bokkens can very easily break the little bones in you hand, not to mention a skull.
@Delmo67 in the phillipinnes martial artists practice with real blades when practicing knife and sword fighting and at half speed and then gradually increase speed they also wear no pads when practicing stick fighting. but again the also develope strength by wrestling a water buffalo
@Baihu108 yes, but even shinai arent like real swords. The point of this activity is response, we have partner drills to utilize the functionality of a real weapon, in which we use bokken.
@Delmo67 It's all depends on what you are aiming 4, many from different traditions are shifting 2 light, safer "weapons", but that does changes things from being martial arts into martial sports. Even most commonly used bokken are lighter than real swords, so they play differently & that play lacks danger. I like what I see in many European sword arts where they are training with real weight metal blunts & in the Traditional Chinese Sword League's use of minimum weight weapons.
@Baihu108 I would love to use something similar, but as I have previously stated the reason we use foam swords is simply because of the costs of equipment. Not everyone at the dojo can afford kendo armor, or blunted fencing blades. I remember seeing a video on youtube a while back with what i think were toyama ryu practitioners in japan who were using iaito...that would really be the best option. we really dont spar that often though and so it doesnt make much sense to spend money like that.
@Delmo67 Not trying to give you a hard time, but don't think it is a shame that students these days often talk like they're really learning swordsmanship but they won't spend the money to buy proper gear & they only want to practice martial arts in a way that is totally safe? Children get more bruises playing at lunch time than your average "martial artist" gets these days. That's way I feel the arts in general are being changed into sports. Best if luck to you in your training...
@Delmo67 - true kendo Armour is expensive but with a little imagination it can be done, bokken sparring can hurt but just makes it more fun :) the helmets were cheap of ebay skateboard elbow pads bit of body armour the most expensive is the keno gloves but kali gloves work as well the helmets can take a lot of punishment we do get some lovely bruisers now and again though :)
@Baihu108 the heaviest swords on average are no heavier then 7lbs some are heavier but on rare occastions because the heavier the sword the harder it is to control
I want to start kenjutsu but I'm not sure if it has age restrictions. Also I don't know where I can purchase any I think bokken :/ r they the wooden training swords? R there usually age restrictions on kenjutsu. Um from Australia so I'm not too sure.
@jakahler It really depends on the dojo and the instructor. At my dojo we have an age ristriction that prohibits anyone under 16 from practicing. It all depends however, because i know of schools that allow 10 + to practice swordsmanship. If you're over 16 you're probably good to go. As for Bokkens we use the plastic bokkens from cold steel. We used to use wood bokkens but our style being what it is we were breaking alot of them. If you need anything else just ask.
@direChi Thank you for the kind words! This is actually a sparring session from my last rank test from 3rd to 2nd Kyu. You can see parts of the rest of the test in my other vids. I am now 2nd Kyu and testing for 1st in September sometime. Rob, the first guy i sparred with(also the guy leaning on the pole later) is 2nd Kyu and Pat, the other guy is 1st kyu, waiting to do his Shodan test.
@Delmo67 nice. i don't know much about kenjutsu, but it looks like you're doing pretty well against the higher belts.
I'm a nidan in a unique mix of primarily Japanese, Korean, and Chinese martial arts. lately i've been trying to learn more about japanese sword fighting. sword sparring just looks like so much fun
@direChi It has taken me roughly 3 years to reach the point i am at now, so swordsmanship is by no means an easy art. It takes real discipline and commitment, but seeing as you are a martial artist already you surely know about the type of commitment needed. If you want some information on different sword arts, Kenjutsu or Iai, just PM me. I've study several styles of Japanese Swordsmanship in my training, and i would be happy to help you out.
I can see the form is there, but you'll never be able to gain real experience using foam swords, those dont have the length, balance or weight of a real sword. Why not use Kendo sticks or wooden swords?
I completely understand your comments. The reason that we use foam weapons is that we dont have enough money to purchase Kendo armor. We would like to spar with Bokkens, but injuries would be common without protective equipment. We do semi-free sparring with Bokkens, but its not full speed, in order to avoid injuries. My Sensei is currently in the process of setting up an account with a company to buy discounted Kendo armor, so, fingers crossed...
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Question: why do you two only mostly chudan as a stance and not other like jodan, waki, hasso? You end actions in jodan often but that's only stylistic, you should really try to practice with other stances more.
ANDREAILB 2 weeks ago
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ANDREAILB 2 weeks ago
Just fat people who suck. Move along.
freestylexgp 3 weeks ago
Es curioso que este tipo de payasadas las protagonicen SIEMPRE tipos gordos si cualidades físicas y con una música de fondo totalmente inapropiada. Una verdadera basura.
1965emilio 3 months ago
too over-acted for the camera.
linkinfacu 4 months ago
your fat sensei or what ever he is to you is a cocky little prick who is to proud to call his shots because afraid of loosing.
I FUCKING HATE HIM
@CrimsonGetsu is right just do your self justice and pull out your 9mm.
ededdandtwiztid 4 months ago
its funny how the fat guy looses but keeps going and pretends to win
CrimsonGetsu 4 months ago
Here is a secret. Hit the hand of your opponent. With a real sword the easiest skill to train and be proficient at is disarming via cut to hand. Attack and defense ability is - 60% of weapon held with one hand. Neither of you are in physical shape to fight beyond that level.
If your goal was to be Anikian you are spot on.
Chicagotarsier 4 months ago
Everyone, rise for youtube's national anthem!
MinerlyCrafted 4 months ago
Inapropriate choice of music given the nature of the content...
binlady66 5 months ago
Pretty darn good for a spar, actually. But I am curious as to where you acquired those padded weapons. They look fun to use!
Leidern 6 months ago
This is pretty cool. I can see you guys are both using form and not just flailing around. Great vid. Though there are times I see when either of you try to "reach" with your upper body. Itd be better to move in closer with footwork rather than reaching forward I think. But then again it doesnt happen that much
Souky2 6 months ago
You guys are better than I would have guessed after reading the description. Not bad at all.
voslyn 6 months ago
I liked the sparring but the guy on the right seemed to have a really hard time not overkilling his opponent when he had either already been hit or had allready won
RayoeFrahm 6 months ago
@RayoeFrahm first rule of combat is survival, that being said, there is no such thing as overkill in combat with edged weapons.
Delmo67 6 months ago
@Delmo67 Not true in the slightest. In any situation, overkill (meaning focusing entirely on doing maximum damage to an opponent) is not what saves you, zanshin is. After they've been cut, you don't stand there cutting them till you're sure their dead, you watch them, and stay aware of your surroundings. You never know if his friend who isn't too happy about you cutting him down is going to attack you next...
sanke00001 8 hours ago
clown vs fat clown
JohnLennon100 6 months ago
You can't get very realistic with foam covered bokkens. Although, that being said... I suggest you work on using the defensive (closer to the handle) part of the bokken. I always forget the technical mumbo jumbo for it. It's okay to get nice and close.
CentauriCinema 6 months ago
untill virtual reality games arive. you can never simulate a real sword fight - it's all in the mind. understanding what would be practical must come from grasping intuitve concepts such as weight, speed, just physics basically.
maxgunn555 9 months ago
you should just use bokken and no equiptment thats what i do
kiff123456 10 months ago
@kiff123456 That is quite frankly idiotic. I can only guess that you arent doing full contact , and if you are i would advise you to get gloves at the very least because bokkens can very easily break the little bones in you hand, not to mention a skull.
Delmo67 10 months ago 4
@Delmo67 in the phillipinnes martial artists practice with real blades when practicing knife and sword fighting and at half speed and then gradually increase speed they also wear no pads when practicing stick fighting. but again the also develope strength by wrestling a water buffalo
houseofaction 8 months ago
Lovely vertical cut at 1:34. :)
bardoxvideos 1 year ago
hahaha foam swords...
InnerSilence123 1 year ago
flexible, soft, unrealistic weapons that don't play like real swords....
Baihu108 1 year ago
@Baihu108 yes, but even shinai arent like real swords. The point of this activity is response, we have partner drills to utilize the functionality of a real weapon, in which we use bokken.
Delmo67 1 year ago
@Delmo67 It's all depends on what you are aiming 4, many from different traditions are shifting 2 light, safer "weapons", but that does changes things from being martial arts into martial sports. Even most commonly used bokken are lighter than real swords, so they play differently & that play lacks danger. I like what I see in many European sword arts where they are training with real weight metal blunts & in the Traditional Chinese Sword League's use of minimum weight weapons.
Baihu108 1 year ago
@Baihu108 I would love to use something similar, but as I have previously stated the reason we use foam swords is simply because of the costs of equipment. Not everyone at the dojo can afford kendo armor, or blunted fencing blades. I remember seeing a video on youtube a while back with what i think were toyama ryu practitioners in japan who were using iaito...that would really be the best option. we really dont spar that often though and so it doesnt make much sense to spend money like that.
Delmo67 1 year ago
@Delmo67 Not trying to give you a hard time, but don't think it is a shame that students these days often talk like they're really learning swordsmanship but they won't spend the money to buy proper gear & they only want to practice martial arts in a way that is totally safe? Children get more bruises playing at lunch time than your average "martial artist" gets these days. That's way I feel the arts in general are being changed into sports. Best if luck to you in your training...
Baihu108 1 year ago
@Delmo67 - true kendo Armour is expensive but with a little imagination it can be done, bokken sparring can hurt but just makes it more fun :) the helmets were cheap of ebay skateboard elbow pads bit of body armour the most expensive is the keno gloves but kali gloves work as well the helmets can take a lot of punishment we do get some lovely bruisers now and again though :)
soapysk 11 months ago
@Baihu108 the heaviest swords on average are no heavier then 7lbs some are heavier but on rare occastions because the heavier the sword the harder it is to control
houseofaction 8 months ago
I want to start kenjutsu but I'm not sure if it has age restrictions. Also I don't know where I can purchase any I think bokken :/ r they the wooden training swords? R there usually age restrictions on kenjutsu. Um from Australia so I'm not too sure.
jakahler 1 year ago
@jakahler It really depends on the dojo and the instructor. At my dojo we have an age ristriction that prohibits anyone under 16 from practicing. It all depends however, because i know of schools that allow 10 + to practice swordsmanship. If you're over 16 you're probably good to go. As for Bokkens we use the plastic bokkens from cold steel. We used to use wood bokkens but our style being what it is we were breaking alot of them. If you need anything else just ask.
Delmo67 1 year ago
Where do you train?
mrhnm 1 year ago
@mrhnm The dojo is in Muskegon MI, in the USA.
Delmo67 1 year ago
which one are you?
direChi 1 year ago
@direChi I'm the big guy with the long hair. :)
Delmo67 1 year ago
@Delmo67 oh cool, good job. what rank are you two?
direChi 1 year ago
@direChi Thank you for the kind words! This is actually a sparring session from my last rank test from 3rd to 2nd Kyu. You can see parts of the rest of the test in my other vids. I am now 2nd Kyu and testing for 1st in September sometime. Rob, the first guy i sparred with(also the guy leaning on the pole later) is 2nd Kyu and Pat, the other guy is 1st kyu, waiting to do his Shodan test.
Delmo67 1 year ago
@Delmo67 nice. i don't know much about kenjutsu, but it looks like you're doing pretty well against the higher belts.
I'm a nidan in a unique mix of primarily Japanese, Korean, and Chinese martial arts. lately i've been trying to learn more about japanese sword fighting. sword sparring just looks like so much fun
direChi 1 year ago
@direChi It has taken me roughly 3 years to reach the point i am at now, so swordsmanship is by no means an easy art. It takes real discipline and commitment, but seeing as you are a martial artist already you surely know about the type of commitment needed. If you want some information on different sword arts, Kenjutsu or Iai, just PM me. I've study several styles of Japanese Swordsmanship in my training, and i would be happy to help you out.
Delmo67 1 year ago
I can see the form is there, but you'll never be able to gain real experience using foam swords, those dont have the length, balance or weight of a real sword. Why not use Kendo sticks or wooden swords?
GunsmithMMG 1 year ago
@GunsmithMMG Thanks for your comment!
I completely understand your comments. The reason that we use foam weapons is that we dont have enough money to purchase Kendo armor. We would like to spar with Bokkens, but injuries would be common without protective equipment. We do semi-free sparring with Bokkens, but its not full speed, in order to avoid injuries. My Sensei is currently in the process of setting up an account with a company to buy discounted Kendo armor, so, fingers crossed...
Delmo67 1 year ago