Kyudo for Beginners

Kyudo, the Way of the Bow, is one of the oldest arts in the Japanese tradition of contemplative warriorship.

Learn the Contemplative Art of Japanese Archery Karmê Chöling and Seiko Kyudojo welcomes all who are curious or inspired by contemplative mind/body practices and their ability to deepen one's mindfulness & awareness. Kyudo, the Way of the Bow, is one of the oldest contemplative arts of the Japanese tradition. The goal is not to hit the target, but to synchronize your body and awareness in the present moment, making it truly a contemplative practice. This program will provide training in Kyudo's Seven Coordinations, shichi-do, the basic form for aligning the body and properly releasing the arrow. Working with the precision of the form, a natural process gradually unfolds. The target becomes a mirror which reflects the qualities of the practitioner's mind and heart at the moment of the arrow's release. This gives the practitioner an opportunity to see their state of mind more clearly. This distinguishes Kyudo from archery where simply hitting the target is the goal. To begin the study of kyudo, students are required to take First Shot instruction. All are welcome, regardless of age, gender, or physical strength. Children should be at least 10 years of age. All necessary equipment will be provided. For questions regarding the program please contact Grace DiNapoli SeikoKyudo@KarmeCholing.org Arrival & Departure Plan on arriving Friday between 10:00am - noon to register and settle in. Lunch is at 12:30 The program begins at 1:30 pm. The program ends on Sunday at 3:00 pm.