Kendo Classes in Newport News, Virginia at Hampton Roads Kendo Dojo

Martial Arts in Newport News, VA 23606 : Kendo

Kendo, the way of the sword, is a fast-paced modernized sword-based martial art, which is safe, yet exciting and a great art to develop oneself. It is rooted in the traditions of Budo, the martial way. There are no gender or physical barriers. It teaches the student to be calm in a threatening situation and develops confidence, self-discipline, and strength. A bamboo sword (Shinai) is used for sparring while wearing a safety armor (Bogu), and a wooden sword (Bokken) for forms (Kata). The bogu includes a helmet (Men), body armor (Do and Tare), and protective gloves for wrist and hands (Kote). The uniform is a jacket (Gi) and traditional Japanese trousers (Hakama), with no footwear.

At our dojo, we implement rules, regulations, and curriculum set by the FIK, and we are an active member of the SEUSKF, which is a regional federation under the AUSKF.

CLASS SCHEDULE.

MONDAY

Children (5-12 years)
5 pm - 5:45 pm

Teens & Adult Beginners
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

TUESDAY

Teens & Adults (All Level)
6:30 PM - 8 PM

WEDNESDAY

Teens & Adults (All Level)
6:30 PM - 8 PM

THURSDAY

Children (5-12 years)
5 pm - 5:45 pm

Teens & Adults (All Level)
6:30 PM - 8 PM

FRIDAY

Private Lesson

KENDO IS A JOURNEY. JOIN US.

We have set aside Monday evenings for our newcomers and beginners to establish the introductory and basic training better. All new enrollments are accepted on Monday evenings.

Please fill out the form below, and one of the senseis at the dojo will contact you to schedule an initial consultation to meet in person at the dojo, explain our program, and answer any other questions you may have.

Tuition Information:
• $180/month.
• Unlimited classes.
• Month-to-month billing. No contracts.
• First two classes are free.

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