Kendo Beginners Course - October 2025

Schedule

Sun, 05 Oct, 2025 at 09:30 am to Sun, 09 Nov, 2025 at 10:30 am

UTC+01:00

Location

Ashton Park Sports Centre | Bristol, EN

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A six-week introduction to traditional Japanese fencing.
About this Event

Kendo ('way of the sword') is a martial art descended from kenjutsu (classical sword arts) used by the samurai warriors of feudal Japan. It's a traditional style of fencing that's practised for fitness and personal development.

If you're a beginner or looking to return to Kendo after a break, this course is perfect for anyone looking to improve their skills and knowledge of this traditional Japanese martial art.

Our experienced instructors will guide you through the basics of Kendo, from mastering the proper stance to wielding the bamboo sword with precision. Sign up and join us for a fun and rewarding experience.

By the end of this course, you'll be ready to safely strike an opponent/partner, and will be well on the way to practicing in armour.

Each class will run for 1 hour on Sunday mornings for 6 weeks.

Venue - Ashton Park Sports Centre (School Gym), Blackmoor’s Lane, BS3 2JL

Dates:

  • October: 5th,12th, 19th, 26th,
  • November: 2nd, 9th.

Time: 9:30 -10:30 am

Register for a FREE first session if you want to try kendo (space limited!)

If you'd like to continue after the first session, the cost of the full course will be £50. Everything you need to get started will be provided - including the loan of a shinai (bamboo sword) - just bring yourself and wear clothing that's suitable for exercise.

After the course, you'll be able to join our main practice (7pm Tuesdays at Ashton Park Sports Centre).

This course is organised by Bristol Kendo Club, one of the oldest clubs in the country, which is affiliated with the UK's governing body, the British Kendo Association. For more information, visit bristolkendo.co.uk


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Ashton Park Sports Centre, Ashton Road, Bristol, United Kingdom

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