Welcome to samurai swordsmanship! Japanese "Kendo" is a widely practiced martial art throughout Japan. It began as samurai warriors' customary swordsmanship exercises using bamboo swords and armour. In this class, children will learn the techniques of swordsmanship, Japanese manners, and courtesy behind every movement.
What to Expect:
Over the course of 9 sessions, children will be introduced to the fundamentals and spirit of Kendo, the traditional Japanese art of swordsmanship.
The first four sessions focus on the foundations of practice: learning the rules of the dojo, discipline, safety, basic movements, and the importance of respect, teamwork, and sportsmanship. In the following sessions, children will begin wearing traditional Kendo armor (bogu) and gradually move into controlled sparring practice.
Through these sessions, participants will build confidence with the basic techniques and etiquette of Kendo, while developing focus, awareness, and respect for their training partners.
In the final session, the children will take part in a friendly match competition, followed by a closing ceremony where they will receive a certificate of completion to mark their achievement.
Schedule:
Every Tuesday - 9 sessions (May 5 is skipped due to half-term break and public holidays)
April 14, 21, 28
May 12, 19, 26
June 2, 9, 16
Location: Kamakura Gymnasium
Time: 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Pick-up time: 5:00 PM sharp from Kamakura Gymnasium
Ages: 10+
No. of Sessions: 9
Minimum Participants Required: 10
Maximum Participants: 15
Important Things to Note:
The price covers all necessary training equipment, such as Kendo bamboo swords, clothing, towels, and protective armours.
The children will keep the bamboo swords, the upper gi, and lower hakama.
The Kendo teachers will take care of the protective armours.
*If the minimum number of participants is not met, the price will be adjusted from €680 to €980.
Terms & Conditions:
Part of the equipment will be taken home, to be washed and taken care of by the children, as part of the discipline of Kendo. For any severe damages or losses, there may be additional charges.
A crew member will escort the children to the location for each class. The parents will pick up the kids directly from Kamakura Gymnasium at 17:00.
Deadline for Sign-Up: Thursday, April 9, 12:00 PM
Half-Term Break: No ECAs during the week of May 4, as the Education Center will be closed.
Refund Policy: Families have up to 24 hours after the first class (16:30 the next day) to decide to drop out and receive a refund for the remaining sessions. If the first session was attended, a one-off cost and a 10% processing fee will be deducted from the total reimbursed amount. After this 24-hour period, refunds will no longer be available. Please note that the activity have fixed dates and there no refunds for missed the classes.
All else in accordance with the Terms of Service
Welcome to samurai swordsmanship! Japanese "Kendo" is a widely practiced martial art throughout Japan. It began as samurai warriors' customary swordsmanship exercises using bamboo swords and armour. In this class, children will learn the techniques of swordsmanship, Japanese manners, and courtesy behind every movement.
What to Expect:
Over the course of 9 sessions, children will be introduced to the fundamentals and spirit of Kendo, the traditional Japanese art of swordsmanship.
The first four sessions focus on the foundations of practice: learning the rules of the dojo, discipline, safety, basic movements, and the importance of respect, teamwork, and sportsmanship. In the following sessions, children will begin wearing traditional Kendo armor (bogu) and gradually move into controlled sparring practice.
Through these sessions, participants will build confidence with the basic techniques and etiquette of Kendo, while developing focus, awareness, and respect for their training partners.
In the final session, the children will take part in a friendly match competition, followed by a closing ceremony where they will receive a certificate of completion to mark their achievement.
Schedule:
Every Tuesday - 9 sessions (May 5 is skipped due to half-term break and public holidays)
April 14, 21, 28
May 12, 19, 26
June 2, 9, 16
Location: Kamakura Gymnasium
Time: 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Pick-up time: 5:00 PM sharp from Kamakura Gymnasium
Ages: 10+
No. of Sessions: 9
Minimum Participants Required: 10
Maximum Participants: 15
Important Things to Note:
The price covers all necessary training equipment, such as Kendo bamboo swords, clothing, towels, and protective armours.
The children will keep the bamboo swords, the upper gi, and lower hakama.
The Kendo teachers will take care of the protective armours.
*If the minimum number of participants is not met, the price will be adjusted from €680 to €980.
Terms & Conditions:
Part of the equipment will be taken home, to be washed and taken care of by the children, as part of the discipline of Kendo. For any severe damages or losses, there may be additional charges.
A crew member will escort the children to the location for each class. The parents will pick up the kids directly from Kamakura Gymnasium at 17:00.
Deadline for Sign-Up: Thursday, April 9, 12:00 PM
Half-Term Break: No ECAs during the week of May 4, as the Education Center will be closed.
Refund Policy: Families have up to 24 hours after the first class (16:30 the next day) to decide to drop out and receive a refund for the remaining sessions. If the first session was attended, a one-off cost and a 10% processing fee will be deducted from the total reimbursed amount. After this 24-hour period, refunds will no longer be available. Please note that the activity have fixed dates and there no refunds for missed the classes.
All else in accordance with the Terms of Service
