Kendo & Naginata: Japanese Martial Arts Open House

Name: Kendo & Naginata: Japanese Martial Arts Open House
Start: 2026-01-10T14:00:00-07:00
End: 2026-01-10T16:00:00-07:00
Location: Phoenix Society of Historical Swordsmanship

Schedule

Sat Jan 10 2026 at 02:00 pm to 04:00 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.
Join Phoenix Kendo Kai and Arizona Naginata Kenkyu Kai for a dynamic, hands-on introduction to two exciting traditional martial arts:
✨ Kendo – Japanese sword fencing
✨ Atarashii Naginata – Japanese reaping spear
This event is perfect for beginners curious about these powerful forms of armored combat. No prior experience required!
📅 Dates:
Saturday, January 10th

🕜 Time: 2 PM – 4 PM
💵 Cost: $20 (cash only)
📍 Location:
Phoenix Society of Historical Swordsmanship
7828 North 19th Avenue, Suite 12
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(Southwest corner of 19th & Northern Avenues)
👥 Ages: 12 and up
👕 Attire: Gym clothes — no restrictive tops or long, draping pants. Please remove all jewelry before class.
🧦 Footwear: Barefoot is traditional, but socks or foot guards are welcome for comfort or injury.
🥋 Equipment: Provided — just bring your curiosity and a water bottle!
Whether you're a fan of Japanese culture, martial arts, or just want to try something new, this is your chance to experience kendo and naginata in a supportive and engaging environment.