Christopher Wong is from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, and has been training for over 20 years, during which time he’s competed as a member of the Malaysian National Team at the World Kendo Championships from 2000 (USA) - 2018 (Korea). Christopher currently holds the rank of 6-Dan Kendo.

In this wide-ranging conversation, we talk about his initial discovery of kendo at a relatively older age, and how his prior sports experience in sports and dedication to practice helped him become national champion. We talk about his experiences representing Malaysia at multiple World Championships and the lessons and relationships he’s gained from participating.

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Franck Cengizalp from Paris, France, and has been training for over 50 years, and currently holds the rank of Iaido 5-Dan. 

Over the years, Franck has achieved the position of Champion and Vice-Champion of Europe and France on many occasions, as well as holds a responsibility as federal technical manager and national & International EKF referee.

In this wide-ranging conversation, we talk about the many people in the budo community who he sees as positive role models and the positive experiences and lessons from competition. We talk about the philosophy of budo practice, of character building, and spirituality, and the joy of seeing others grow in their own journeys.

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The goal of the “In-Depth Look” series of videos is to explore these subjects in more detail — examining the relevance, efficacy, and methods of incorporating these work and life experiences into budo practice, budo teaching, and community building.

This episode with Nathalie Jaspar, we explore the importance of Breath in the discipline of Reiki.

Nathalie Jaspar is a Reiki master with over a decade of experience. She’s a graduate teacher from the International House of Reiki, led by world-renowned Reiki master Frans Stiene. She also trained with the Center for True Health, the International Center for Reiki, and with Reiki master Pamela Miles at the JCC Reiki Clinics in New York. 

To gain an even deeper understanding of Reiki practice, Nathalie went to Japan to practice Zen Buddhism at the Chokai-san International Zendo. She is the author of Reiki as a Spiritual Practice: an Illustrated Guide, available on Amazon in English, Spanish, French, and German. Nathalie has been invited to demonstrate Reiki practice at venues such as Soho House, the New York Jet’s Athletic Center, and Fashion Week. Her latest book, the Reiki Healing Handbook (Rockridge Press), is now available on Amazon.

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The goal of the “In-Depth Look” series of videos is to explore these subjects in more detail — examining the relevance, efficacy, and methods of incorporating these work and life experiences into budo practice, budo teaching, and community building.

Helene Cousin, Ph.D and Dominique Alfandari, Ph.D both teach and conduct research at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst in the Department of Veterinary & Animal Sciences.

QUESTIONS COVERED:

1) What is actually happening on a physiological side when we breath?

2) What happens when we have poor breath control?

3) What affect does holding the breath have on our bodies?

4) Will a rapid or short inhalation be adequate to support a slow or long exhalation?

5) With consideration to your education and research, how do you regard the notion that inhalation creates an opening for attack?

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Warren Ho is the Head Sensei at the Rivonia Kendo Club (RKC) based in Johannesburg, South Africa and offers training both at a physical venue, as well as via its virtual, online platform.

He is the Founder of Defence Unlimited, an organisation that aims to empower everyone with knowledge and skills in self-defence, and trained thousands of individuals in its unique methodology of self-defence through various corporate engagements, school & education-institution programs, and group & private training. 

He currently holds a 4th Dan in WTF-styled Taekwondo, a 5th Dan in Kendo, a 2nd Dan in Hapkido (World Hapkido Federation), a Level 2 Certified Pressure Point Instructor (Kyusho International) and a Level 1 Krav Maga Instructor (Krav Maga South Africa).

Warren is also a “Martial Arts Coach” who holds a SAQA NQF Level 4 coaching certification that he completed under the auspices of the Martial Arts of South Africa (MASA). 

Warren has represented South Africa at the European Kendo Championships in Helsinki, Finland (2008), in Debrechen, Hungary (2010), and Macedonia (2016). He has also represented South Africa at the World Kendo Championships in Sao Paulo, Brazil (2009), Novara, Italy (2012) and Tokyo, Japan (2015). Warren has earned his South African National Sports Colours in Kendo 6 times for representing South Africa at each of these events.

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Thomas Groendal is from Portland, Oregon, USA, and is the Jodo Godan (ZNKF), Daito Ryu Aikijujutsu Sandan (Daitoryu Aikibudokai). He's the Chief instructor at large in North America for Hoshu Dojo, and the Chief Instructor at Hoshu Portland Dojo.

Tom spent ten years in Japan, including a year in Nagoya and Tokyo as an exchange student, six and half years in Oita Prefecture and three years living in Osaka. He is a partner in Translation Business Systems Japan, and works in the translation/interpretation industry. For more detailed information see his CV here.

Tom is also currently the chief regional examiner for Western Canada in the Canadian Kendo Federation and is working with others towards the establishment of a Jodo section in the All United States Kendo Federation. He hopes to support the spread of both Daito Ryu and Shindo Muso Ryu throughout the Americas.

Topics covered in this interview include:

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Checkout a Special Episode of our podcast with Peter West on Concepts that overlap between Music Training and Iaido.

The goal of the “In-Depth Look” series is to explore subjects adjacent to our budo practice — examining the relevance, efficacy, and methods of incorporating these work and life experiences into budo practice, budo teaching, and community building.

Topics covered in this conversation include:

- How the Breath is used in Wind Instruments

- The Benefits of Applying this Training to Iaido

- Determining What Breath to Use through Understanding the Scenario

- Coordinating the Body with the Breath

- How the Quality of your Tools (instruments/weapons) Impact a Performance

- How the Setting and Environment Impact a Performance

- What it means to “Make a Kata Your Own”

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Andrea Kralik is from Tiszaújváros, Hungary, and has been training for over 13 years, during which time she earned 2nd place in the individual at world championship of Heki ryu Kyudo, and 1st  place at East Asian Kyudo championship.

Andrea holds the rank of 4th dan in Kyudo and 3rd kyu in Kenpo Karate

In this wide-ranging conversation, we talk about how her studies led her to Japan and the opportunity to teach Kyudo at one of the elite sports universities in the country, we talk about those who have influenced her thoughts on education and the practice of Kyudo, and explore the mindsets help you adapt to new situations.

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Marko Vejvoda is from Rijeka, Croatia, and has been training for over 12 years. 

Marko holds the rank of 3-Dan in both Iaido and Kendo, is one of the founders of Kendo klub Rijeka, and has various podium finishes in both Kendo & Iaido. 

In this wide-ranging conversation, we talk about the journey Kendo klub Rijeka has had during the last 10 years and how Marko is working on developing himself and the dojo. We talk about passion to practice and getting out of your comfort zone, including his first time at the European Iaido Championships and attending the Kitamoto kendo camp.

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Marianne Denise Rueda is from Asuncion, Paraguay, and has been training for over 7  years, during which time she has experienced Kyudo practice in South America, Europe, and Japan.

Marianne holds the rank of 2-Dan in Kyudo and currently helps to develop the art in Paraguay. 

In this wide-ranging conversation, we talk about discovering Kyudo and the values that complement her studies. We talk about the various Kyudo practitioners that have meaningful influences on her practice, and the responsibilities of developing and promoting this art in South America.