Orange County Shorinji Kempo

The half marathon is dedicated to the Truong Family!! (Emily, Nhieu, Lilah, Victor). Emily always amazes us on how much she genuinely cares for the Shorinji... Kempo Orange County branch students. Making 100’s of hand sewn masks, creating a poncho out of Shorinji Kempo blankets and buying wellness bags for other families at the dojo. Thank you for continuously showing great acts of kindness through your actions! It’s truly our effort that define our character in which you continue to set a precedence for others to follow. See more

Gassho! What unites us ignites us to keep the momentum going ! ! ! Through exercise and giving back to our community we learn to stay healthy and live strong ...to build our community. On Saturday March 13th, 53 parents and students practiced Shorinji Kempo and participated in a Charity Walk-Jog-Run! This year Emily Truong (Lilah and Victor mother) selected the Caterina’s foundation for the donation ($820). Caterina’s organization provides food to needy families, stable housing and job training for youth (www.caterinasclub.org). We continue to strive to live HALF FOR ONE’S HAPPINESS, AND HALF FOR THE HAPPINESS OF OTHERS. Gassho! See more

English Follows the Japanese WSKO... Gassho! Shorinji Kempo Orange County Branch students joined our 3rd practice with Shoji Arai sensei from WSKO. We are impressed in Arai Sensei’s detailed explanation of the techniques. The explanations makes it easier to understand the principle of the technique. Many of the students also appreciated that the Shoji Arai sensei opening speech and several technical explanations were in English. The English pronunciation and explanations were very easy to understand. Thank you for leading the way to improve the communication across many countries. Please keep up the great work!!!! Gassho! Orange County Branch

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ENGLISH FOLLOWS THE JAPANESE 20201113()WSKO1019120...Q & A 125124WSKO https://www.shorinjikempo.or.jp/wsko/onlineseminar.html WSKO Gassho! Shorinji Kempo Orange County branch students participated in the World Shorinji Kempo Organization 2nd on-line Seminar From Japan on Friday November 13th, 2020 USA time. 10 Orange County branch students participated in the seminar. The seminar was taught by Kazuhiro Kawashima sensei. The seminar was excellent as it covered many advanced techniques submitted by the120 students located in 19 countries. Active Q&A sessions are an excellent way to acquire a deeper meaning of techniques. We highly recommend Shorinji Kempo students to participate in these seminars. They are a once in a life time opportunity. The seminars are fun and informative and you always learn something new. Next seminar is December 5th Japan time (December 4th, Friday USA time). Please follow WSKO guidelines for registration and register on-line. Would like to say a big thank you to Kawashima sensei and all WSKO staff for giving us this great opportunity!!!! https://www.shorinjikempo.or.jp/wsko/onlineseminar.html. Gassho!

November 6th, 2020 Shorinji Kempo, Orange County branch held a Single and Pair form Kata Taikai which opened up with 41 students doing meditation (Chinkon), Kih...on Basics followed by 15 black belts performing Tenchiken kata 1-3. The experience to demonstrate in front of others what you have learned builds higher level of self-awareness. Shorinji Kempo training is one of the best tools for building self-confidence. At the end of the Taikai, we held a Kiai contest with the parents. Leah’s, Calan and Eric’s mom won with the loudest and best Kiai ! ! ! Kudos also go to Audrey L, Justin N and Nicholas T who performed paired (Sotai) kata’s with multiple kyu and dan level students to ensure their success. Their genuineness to help sets a great example for others to follow. Gassho! See more

Gassho! After being given the green light by local health authorities, since June 29th, 2020 we have phased into in-person classes. To ensure the safety of our students/parents, we have instilled the use of temperature checks before/after class, masks, washing hands and social distancing as much as humanly possible. In addition to the normal face to face practice, LIVE on-line ZOOM sessions are simultaneously being held. Please take a look at our guidelines here to keep your family as well as others who are participating safe. Please see below our October schedule along with our updated 2020 Itinerary. Please visit sk-oc.org for our most updated information on events. Gassho! Orange County Shorinji Kempo

English follows the Japanese 2020109()2WSKO15... WSKO1114(1113) https://www.shorinjikempo.or.jp/wsko/onlineseminar.html . Gassho! Shorinji Kempo Orange County branch students participated in the World Shorinji Kempo Organization 2 hour on-line seminar from Japan on Friday October 9th, 2020 USA time. 15 Orange County branch students participated in the seminar. The seminar was taught by Kazuhiro Kawashima sensei. Kawashima sensei has an excellent teaching ability by finding the key point that help us better understand the technique. Kawashima sensei kept an excellent teaching pace and break times. He demonstrated and explained a variety of basics foot work (Umpoho), Blocks (Uke) and important (Taisabaki) body movements that we sometimes tend to forget. Kawashima sensei also covered techniques during the Question and Answer session (Eri Juji, Katamuna otoshi, Omote nage.). I highly recommend to all Shorinji Kempo students to participate in these seminars. They are a once in a life time opportunity. The seminars are fun and informative and you always learn something new. Next seminar is November 14th Japan time (November 13th, Friday USA time). Please register on-line. Would like to say a big thank you to Kawashima sensei and all WSKO staff for giving us this great opportunity!!!! https://www.shorinjikempo.or.jp/wsko/onlineseminar.html. Gassho!

Gassho! Shorinji Kempo Orange County branch students participated in our Charity Car Wash on Saturday September 19th, 2020. In 2.5 hours 41 students cleaned 27...+ cars raising $1,120. The funds will be donated to Non-Profit Organizations that support COVID affected families, Children’s hospitals and Vaccinations when available. Very thankful for the 19 families that helped wash the cars! One dad (Mr. Jay Tran -Lyna/Jasmin/Nicholas Dad) displayed so much initiative to bring a mini-power washer, his own 50ft hose and worked non-stop for 2.5 hours, rinsing all of the cars. Mr. Tran thank you for leading by example! See more

Gassho! Parents/Students, After three months of live streaming and staying at home, Orange County Shorinji Kempo has received the green light to begin holding i...n-person classes. The first day of Shorinji Kempo class is Monday June 29th, Children 6pm-pm and Adults 7pm-8pm. Simultaneously, we will be running the practice via Zoom live. *Please be at class by 5:30PM for the below procedures prior to starting class. All students - please bring in your own mask and gloves. They will be required to participate in practice.* If you are planning on attending class, please let Rastogi sensei or Connor know beforehand to get a general headcount. Should you have any questions, please reach out to Connor (714) 468-9798 and/or Thomas (714) 367-6565. To join the livestreamed Zoom practice: Click the link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81032758487 Or, use the following information: Meeting ID: 810 3275 8487 (Starting Monday June 29th, 2020) Password: Please contact Connor, Sensei Rastogi, or Thomas for the password. The following will be checked before allowed entrance to practice: 1. Wear a Mask (Initials on the corner) 2. Liability Waiver must be submitted either that day or via email (See images for the liability waiver. If you would like a pdf copy, please contact Connor.) 3. Temperature Check (Temperature will be checked three times to ensure accuracy. Students with a temperature of 100F or more will be sent home.) All health data will be recorded at the beginning and end of practice for safety and health purposes. Before commencing class, students must do the following: 1. Wash Hands 2. Use Hand Sanitizer 3. Grab mat and go to the back school grass area 4. Maintain 6ft or more distance from other students 5. DO NOT ENTER Multi purpose room unless permitted to do so by Rastogi sensei, Thomas or Connor During practice, we will be doing Meditation, Basic practice and techniques with spacing distance. We will then separate into Kyu and Dan level groups with gloves and masks for solo/paired techniques, maintaining local health guidelines. Please use your own extreme discretion when deciding to come to in-person practices. If you are uncomfortable coming to practice or have pre-existing conditions, we suggest joining our live Zoom practice instead to prevent risks to your health. We are excited to be opening once again and hope to see students then! Gassho!

Gassho! To all the young at heart, those who will lead us into our future! Great Zoom practice on Wednesday with Taylor Keenan Sensei ! Excellent pace and ener...gy with loud kiai! Always impressed when other active and humble family members are studying Shorinji Kempo side by side like your dad (John Keenan). Thanks for keeping the Shorinji Kempo momentum alive!! See more

Gassho! Students/Parents, After 3 months of live streaming our practices via zoom, we have been given the green light to hold classes at our dojo. We have placed new stringent guidelines which include 1) Washing hands 2) Temperature Check before/after class ... 3) Masks 4) Gloves 5) Hand Sanitizer 6) Social Distancing. For the time being, we are limiting the number of students and holding shorter class sessions (1hr). Families will work together in their own group with one teacher assigned to the group. The first day of practice is Monday June 29th, 2020. Children class is 6pm-7pm and Adults class is 7pm-8pm. We will STILL be live streaming class via Zoom while we are meeting in-person for those who cannot make it or who wish to stay at home. Should you have any questions, please reach out to Thomas Sensei at (714) 367-6565 and/or myself at (714) 786-7828. Our goal continues to be Half for one’s own happiness and half for the happiness of others. Regards, Orange County Shorinji Kempo

Gassho! All Students/Parents, Tomorrow is our once-in-a-life-time Shorinji Kempo Orange County branch Virtual Streaming Tournament (May 29th, 2020). It only takes one minute thirty seconds and you will be a part of creating history. I encourage all of you not to give up and repeat the katas and practice hard to do your best. Take action and continue to change the world around you through your actions. It’s not to late to enter the kata tournament as there is no deadline. ... If you would like to participate reach out to us via text 714-586-7828 or Facebook Messenger. 6pm Children’s/Adults (White/Yellow/Green/Brown). Blackbelts start at 7:15pm. See you all tomorrow!!! Meeting ID: 821 665 501 Clink on the link https://uci.zoom.us/skype/821665501 Password: Please contact Sensei Rastogi at 714-586-7828 for the password.

Gassho! All students and parents, Very proud that many of you have been working diligently to continue your Shorinji Kempo studies via the live streaming classes. Your dedication to move forward during these challenging times sets a precedence for others to follow. I ask you to continue your dedication to the art of Shorinji Kempo and continue studying your next level techniques. We are in the process of formulating a plan to give Live Streaming Exams. We will be holdi...ng our first Orange County live-stream Kata Tournament on Friday May 29th. Kumi embu is not possible due to lack of training area and partner. The kata will be judged on the following 5 factors: 1) Accuracy 2) Rhythm 3) Kamae/ Stance/footwork 4) Kiai 5) Focus/ Zanshin and Chosoku/Breathing. There will be 3 Categories, Children, Kyu kenshi (Yellow/Green/Brown), and Dan Kenshi. As this will be live streaming, we may ask you to do the kata more than once. Keep in mind the kata should be between 1min 15 seconds 1min 30 seconds, so pace yourself between each kata segments. Gassho! Orange County Shorinji Kempo

Gassho! Please take a look at our MAY 2020 SCHEDULE ! ! We will be continuing to host practices on Zoom! Please see the link in the schedule with practice times! There is so much negative news we are being exposed to every day about the Corona virus (COVID 19).... Please retain an optimistic view and have a constructive focus. As Shorinji Kempo students, teachers and leaders positive emotions need to be nurtured and practiced: 1) Limit the negative social media news feeds and read a book (Shorinji Kempo Book). I have many. Let me know and I can drop a few of at your door completely sanitized!!! !!! 2) Take time to appreciate your home and work on or create home improvement projects 3) Rearrange your home furnituresafely 4) Cook a meal for your family and rotate who should cook next without being judgmental on how good the meal tastes!!! 5) Exercise regularly Practice Shorinji Kempo via Toru’s live streams Monday Wednesday Friday starting at 6pm!!! Your immune system needs to stay active and strong. 100 Punches and Kicks and Blocks to work up a sweat!! You can do this ! 6) Create an on-line party with family and friends!!! Make sure to invite me.!! 7) Order food from various restaurants to open your taste palate. Hint: I heard Tandoori India Cuisine delivers using GRUB HUB!! 3940 S Bristol St Ste 110A, Santa Ana, CA 92704. Pick up your old musical instrument and practice again All these activities and more stretch our intelligence, skills, and emotional capabilities!! We hope that all families are safe and healthy! Please remember to social distance and keep your hands sanitized! Gassho!

Gassho! Shout out to Gaganjyot Arora for the great live streaming Shorinji Kempo class. Our arms and chest feel the burn from the push-ups! Your sweat effort w...as excellent!!! Teaching is a work of heart and your action leads by example ! We encourage everyone to join and actively participate! Orange County & LA branch live streaming Shorinji Kempo classes every Monday, Wednesday and Friday starting at 6pm. Below is the login info. Stay Shorinji Kempo active and healthy and continue to learn your next level techniques. Join Zoom Meeting/Practice https://uci.zoom.us/j/821665501 Meeting ID: 821 665 501 See more

Gassho! Arai Shoji sensei gave us a great 10 push-up challenge. Another way to stay active and healthy through Shorinji Kempo! I ask all of the Orange County B...ranch members to stay active and post your pushups on FB to continue to encourage others to do more than they thought possible. Orange County Branch has live streaming Shorinji Kempo classes every Monday, Wednesday and Friday starting at 6pm. Below is the login info. Stay Shorinji Kempo active and healthy and continue to learn your next level techniques. Join Zoom Meeting/Practice https://uci.zoom.us/j/821665501 Meeting ID: 821 665 501 See more