Class Times
Mondays:
Beginners: 19:00 - 20:00
Intermediate: 19:00 - 20:00
Advanced: 20:00 - 21:30
Wednesdays:
Beginners: 19:00 - 20:00
Intermediate: 19:00 - 20:00
Advanced: 20:00 - 21:30
Classes
The Mushin Kendo Dojo welcomes all who wish to learn and practice the art of Kendo, to join in and become a part of our Kendo family.
Classes at Mushin are broken up into three groups:
Beginner: These classes are for all who wish to begin their training in the Ways of Kendo. Classes cover the essential basics of Kendo, such as foot-work, stances, basic cuts and the various whys and wherefores surrounding aspects of the way and the dojo. Classes are an hour, however new members are encouraged to remain and watch the senior class as it will aid in their long term learning experience.
Intermediate: These classes are for those who have a grasp of the basics of Kendo and have recently entered into training with Bogu (Armour). Classes cover slightly more advanced techniques as well as aim to emphesise basics, like those mentioned above, in a more demanding practice environment. Classes are an hour and intermediate Kendoka (Kendo practitioner) are also encouraged to either participate in or watch the advanced class.
Advanced: These classes are for those that have attained a sufficient degree of proficiency over the basics, intermediate and slightly more advanced techniques as well as certain philosophical aspects of The Way of the Sword.
Class Fees
All Mushin Kendoka pay a yearly fee of R220 to the South African Kendo Federation.
This allows one to grade, attend seminars and compete in any of the inter-dojo competitions.
The monthly fees are R300 per person per month for regular members, while the Mushin Kendo Club offers a beginners package of R700. This includes 2 months class fees as well as the SAKF beginner's manual.
There is also a special of 1 month introduction to kendo for R150 for beginners. If you are interested please contact Ronel Van Zyl for more information
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