Private Kendo Shiai (7dan vs 7dan)

Please do not reupload this elsewhere. I do not grand permission to be reused, reuploaded elsewhere Business inquiries: The dojo that I practice at has an annual shiai (competition) where all the local doctors get together and compete. This year there was three big teams. I was unable to stay until the very end of the competition so I don t know which team won. A few of my senseis and friends were competing so I went to cheer them on. Red is one of my senseis. He is very good at jodan, but he didn t use it in this shiai. I am not sure why. FAQ: Why they yelling : In kendo, this is called kiai. It is to show strength and attempt to intimidate the opponent. To get a point in kendo, you must strike with the intent which is defined by the strike (did it hit with spirit), the kiai, and footing (stomp matching with strike impact). Why aren t they moving : In kendo, you fight for center (maai). Younger players tend to move in greater motions than older, seasoned kendoka as they f