Reading Ade's post, I found myself having two apparently contradictory reactions (isn't that, like, very Zen or Japanese or something?): 1) "yes, exactly, right on?\c'mon, people, how about taking some personal responsibility?"; 2) "now hang on, that's not really fair...".
After a bit of reflection I'm leaning toward reaction #2, but I still think reaction #1 has something to it?\Ade-sensei's comments are at least a good spur.
Why reaction #2? Because to be fair, I think that even for people with the drive to get Shorinji Kempo established by hook or by crook in some location where it currently ain't, the first step is to shout loudly, "Hey, any other kenshi hanging about?!" If so, great; if not, well, soldier on.
Side questions: Ade, in your estimation, what level of experience would a kenshi need to get a new club started? And does the new location's distance from the nearest proper sensei have any bearing on the issue?
Colin May
Bellevue (next to Seattle), U.S.A.
Shorinji Kempo Seattle Branch