LIMITED BEGINNER ENROLLMENT MAY 25' HOSTED BY JASO
Kendo is a unique martial art and requires specialized equipment, if you ever are unsure of where to buy from, ask one of the instructors. here is a brief overview on where to buy uniforms and what size sword you may need to begin practice:
OKC kendo has free to borrow loaner sets of bogu "armor." Students are allowed to join the armored practice after about 3-6 months of practice depending on the age of the individual, and thier progress
Please come with an open mind and dressed in comfortable clothing suitable for exercise. A shinai "bamboo practice sword" will be loaned to you.
OKC kendo is a volunteer dojo, you simply sign up for a membership at the Santa fe Family Life Center for a membership plan. The only additional fee is the Annual Federation Dues, covering insurance. for more signup information please visit our enrollment page here:
Absolutely not, anyone can begin practice. Kendo is a unique martial art, since its not really like anything else.
Yes please check out the Guides section, where we list recommended resources for Kendo reading and videos
Generally we suggest kids be at least 12-13 years or older to join the kendo class. OKC kendo mostly consists of adult beginners, you are never too old to start.
Kendo is a full contact activity, so please consult with your doctor on whether or not this is right for you. However kendo is just as much a mental art as physical, any one of any fitness level can join and enjoy practice to whatever capacity they can.