Introduction to Kendo and Atarashii naginata, Japanese Reaping Spear.

Name: Introduction to Kendo and Atarashii naginata, Japanese Reaping Spear.
Start: 2025-01-11T13:30:00-07:00
End: 2025-01-11T15:30:00-07:00
Location: Phoenix Society of Historical Swordsmanship

Schedule

Sat Jan 11 2025 at 01:30 pm to 03:30 pm

UTC-07:00

Location

Phoenix Society of Historical Swordsmanship | Phoenix, AZ

The Phoenix Kendo Kai and the Arizona Naginata Kenkyu Kai present a hands-on introduction to 2 popular forms of armored Japanese martial arts: kendo, Japanese sword fencing, and atarashii naginata, Japanese reaping spear.
Ages: 12 and up.
Attire: Phys. Ed. / gym clothing. Nothing that binds the shoulders; nothing that drapes at the ankles. Please remove jewelry at start of class.
NOTE: kendo and naginata are traditionally practiced in bare feet but socks and foot guards are permitted for beginners or injury.
Equipment: provided. Please bring a water bottle.
Location: Phoenix Society of Historical Swordsmanship
7828 North 19th Avenue, Suite 12
Phoenix, AZ 85021
{South West corner, 19th and Northern Avenues - Phoenix}
Dates:
September 14th
October 12th
Time: 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Cost: $20 cash.