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British Shorinji Kempo Federation (BSKF)

The BSKF is a non-profit organisation providing teaching and guidance in the martial art of Shorinji Kempo.

Shorinji Kempo combines effective self-defence techniques with a practical philosophy based on Buddhist principles. The training aims to develop the potential of the individual and create physically and mentally balanced people. Its intentions are to provide students with the confidence and ability to stand up for their ideals, allowing them not only to protect themselves, but also to help the community they live in and, ultimately, society as a whole.


Our self-defence techniques incorporate both hard and soft systems. The hard or active system (goho) comprises  techniques involving punches, kicks, dodges and blocks. The soft or passive system (juho), is typically used when grabbed or held against one's will, and includes escaping or throwing an opponent and applying joint-locks to subdue them. The two systems are used together to create a unique all-round system of self-defence based on technique rather than strength.

The teachings also include seiho and seated meditation. Seiho is a therapeutic acupressure massage system used to relax muscles, relieve tension and regulate circulation. Seated meditation is practised during every class to calm the mind and encourage breathing control.
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British Shorinji Kempo Federation and the BSKF logo are registered trademarks of BSKF. Copyright © BSKF 2022, all rights reserved. BSKF is an independent, not for profit organisation which exists to support its members in the practice of Shorinji kempo. Registered in England and Wales with company number 07568200. 
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