KENDO
We offer classes for youth ages 10 and up and adults. We encourage parents of youth to attend as well!
We have basic equipment available for students to begin practice with including shinai and armor.
Kendo (Japanese fencing) is similar to fencing in that both sides use a sword to attack and defend and score points in free-style sparring. Kendoka use bamboo swords and wear armor to score points against specific targets. It's fast paced and quite exciting!
Youth / Adult Classes
Times
Mon. 6:00pm — 7:30pm
Tue. by appointment
Wed. by appointment
Thurs. 6:00pm — 7:30pm
Fri. by appointment
Sat. by appointment
About the Class
Kendo adds a sporting aspect to the Japanese sword arts. Kendo is essentially free, full contact sparring, with a flexible bamboo sword and protective armor. This class introduces students to the sport and shared etiquette of the sword. Beginners start with shinai training to learn the basics of sword handling, movement, strikes, and etiquette. As a student progresses, they'll put on the armor, and start sparring. Typically it will take a few (3-4) months of shinai and kihon (basics) practice before being able begin sparring.
Tuition and Typical Costs
Tuition
Adult (non-student) - $65/mo
Youth / Adult (student) - $55/mo
Family discounts available
Multi-program discounts available if enrolled in Iaido classes
Typical Associated Costs - Don't buy anything without checking with Sensei first!!
We have basic equipment available for students to begin practice with including shinai and armor.
You'll need a shinai
You'll want a bokuto for kata practice
You'll need a uniform eventually ($120)
You'll need armor eventually ($250+)
Methodology
Kendo involves conditioning and training for months to teach the kihon (basics) before a student puts on armor to begin actual sparring.
Students are taught in a typical Japanese manner of demonstration, repetition, adjustment. The more experienced (Senpai) will instruct the junior (Kohai) in a mentoring style of instruction. Students learn respect for each other and form lasting relationships.
