[Wmshyrga]

I think what it comes down to is that in the end, all you need is basics. A beginner starts with "big waza", then almost exclusively changes to "small waza". As they age, become more skilled, and begin to really understand the theory of Kendo they change back to "big waza". Why? Its "proper Kendo". I guess the same applies to footwork. The basic movement is simple sliding. Most people just aren't good enough at Kendo to rely on this alone

My opinion anyway...