The Bokken is a wooden sword.  We do not teach swordsmanship or kendo.  This tool is used to emphasize certain manners in which we punch.  It strengthens the punch and is just used as a training aide to that end.  By training with a Bokken you will develop strong forearms and the dermal redirection milking punch, as well as learn to put your body weight behind the punch.

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In the first exercise, note this is a rather old, early 80's version with a maximum of 3 cuts per count.  There are additional cuts in later versions.  Typically we start with the 3 cut version and will add additional ones later.