various gamae

These are stances taken up by an individual. The following is a selection of the stances used in Shorinji Kempo.


Kesshu Gamae


This stance is used when listening to instruction.

Heels are together with feet angled out. Hands are held with the left over the right, the left thumb is held in the right hand.

Hands should rest at belt level.




Kaisoku Chudan Gamae


This stance is typically used when practicing basic moves.

From Kesshu gamae the left leg steps to the side so that the feet are shoulder width apart. The feet are parallel to each other.

Both hands are held in fists just above waist height. Knees are slightly bent.



Chudan Gamae


This is an offensive stance similar to a typical Boxers stance.

Feet are set with either the right foot forward for Migi chudan gamae, or left for hidari chudan gamae.

The feet are set shoulder width apart with the front foot turned in about 10°, and the rear foot turned out about 45°. Knees are slightly bent.

Both hands are held in fists. The rear hand is held at chest height pointing at the opponents head. The front hand/arm is held lower than the rear and is angled slightly above horizontal.


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