Yes we are very modern =)
Firstly I do admit that actionflex swords are too flexible for
actual simulation. What we are simulating is actually the length
and distance of the katana. The truth is regardless of the
flexibility of the equipment in question, you still received a
clean hit from a katana-length weapon =) I'll really liked it if
you come down to our training center in singapore to try ^^
Our founders for the current system are David Sabobel and James
Wee. They learned Kashima Shin Ryu and Toyama Ryu
respectively.
And we have deviated from the traditional method in the sense
that we believe most people nowadays don't have the time to learn a
martial art properly, so we fast-forwarded our lessons.. A
lot. What we learn exactly you might want to come down and
find out. However, we do follow traditional culture and
etiquette.
Lastly, no offence taken. ^^ What sword art do you learn?
P.s: Damn I need to shake this lengthy way of writing.. and this
is fail because I couldn't figure out how to quote before
>.<
Hi Zack!
*Nods* Thanks for the info you provided, I now understand better
where you're coming from. I only hope I didn't come across as
offensive in any way, if I did, I do apologise.
My reason for being skeptical initially is because I tend to
prefer martial arts to be taught in a more traditional form rather
than a modern take. But as you said, generally people nowadays dont
have the time to dedicate themselves to such arts and I fully agree
with ya. The fact that your instructors have trained in reputable
schools puts me at ease too.
The sword art I'm currently training in follows a more
traditional approach and is based off Toyama-ryu and Aikido. I'll
pm you the name (check your mailbox) as I've decided against
posting it in public since a number of the forumers here aren't
exactly serious in martial arts. Or at least, I fear that they
abuse it after learning it. Haha, I've seen enough of such cases
stemming from the more famous and popular martial arts around and
it gets quite sickening at times. Hope you understand what I'm
trying to say.
PS. : As for lengthy writing, don't worry about it. You weren't
spouting nonsense, you said what you needed to say and I understood
it perfectly. Cheers and thanks!
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