Shimkendo is an exercise program is for all adults who are looking to increase positive energy, reduce stress, and dramatically improve their health and youthfulness. The course is based not on magic but on following the exact guidelines which have proven to increase energy, increased range of motion in joints, improved muscle dexterity, strengthened tendons and ligaments, dramatically improved bone marrow mass and density, improved breathing and ability to take control of body’s internal repair systems.

Shimkendo combines the wisdom of the East with the modern physiological understandings of the west in enhancing students’ physical, mental and spiritual health and balance in life.

Through the techniques of Shimkendo many students have reduced illnesses such as muscle spasms, joint stiffness, arthritic symptoms, intensity of diabetic challenges, blood pressure, personal stress, breathing problems, anxiety disorders, depression, pains and aches, and improved agility, flexibility, strength, self control, confidence in the body, cardiovascular abilities, and much more.

Shimkendo’s current students age range from 55 to 87 years of age. Here is what some of them say about Grandmaster Azad’s Shimkendo:

“Shimkendo is wonderful! I have increased flexibility in my legs, improved range of motion & have increased my energy. I’m breathing properly now and I’m not as tired. I feel so much better! I’ve been recommending Shimkendo to all my friends!”
Ginny, age 68

“I really enjoy classes! It’s the right level of exercise for my age. I feel better! I feel invigorated! It’s not just for seniors but it is ideal for seniors as it is low impact and makes you feel healthy!”
Anna, age 72

Shimkendo is made of several different elements:

• Deep breathing exercises for correct circulation of energy

• Appropriate posture

• Sitting and standing exercises to increase flow of blood and oxygen

• Self acupressure exercises precisely designed to increase blood flow, appropriate circulation, balance energy circulation, and techniques to rejuvenate cells

• Guided meditation

• Special relaxation exercises to reduce stress and increase concentration

• Basic warm up exercises to rebuild damaged cells in the body

• Easy self defense movements designed for seniors and their abilities

• Special exercises to increase range of motion, flexibility, muscle tissues, ligaments, tendons and joints