If you missed class on Saturday 2/20 – we had forms at the dojo to sign up for the annual All U.S. Kendo Federation & Midwest Kendo Federation memberships. The fees for both federations are $70 ($40 for AUSKF & $30 for MWKF). If you still want to join, bring cash or check (pay to Minnehaha) next Saturday – we will have forms over there. (more…)
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AUSKF & MWKF Memberships
Sunday, February 21st, 2010No class on Friday – 2/13
Wednesday, February 10th, 2010Please note that there will be no practice this Friday. But there will be regular practice on Saturday.
Also the annual Detroit tournament is this weekend, good luck to those who are participating and testing. GANBARE!
No practice from 12/23 -1/1
Sunday, December 13th, 2009There will no classes starting from Wednesday (12/23) to Friday (1/1) , class resumes on 1/2 (Sat). Merry Christmas and happy new year to all!
Also, we will have a joint practice with Rochester dojo on 1/9. Practice time will remain the same, but get there a bit early. There will be a potluck after practice, so please bring something to share!
No Class on 25th & 27th
Friday, November 20th, 2009There will be no class on Wednesday (25th) and Friday 27th due to Thanksgiving. Class will resume on Saturday the 28th!
No Class on Saturday Nov 13 & 14
Sunday, November 8th, 2009Due to almost everyone is heading to Chicago for the 21st Annual Midwest Kendo Tournament this coming weekend, there will not be classes on Friday the 13th, and Saturday the 14th. Class will resume on Nov 18th.
2009 MWKF Tournament Package
Sunday, October 11th, 2009First of all, thank you to those who came to our dojo and practiced this past weekend – namely University of Wisconsin Madison, Okada-san from Chicago Dojo, and Rochester Dojo. Now that we are warmed up for the Taikai, here’s the applications for the tournament and for the promotional exam. Although the actual due date is Nov. 7, but please download and bring the applications into the dojo so we can turn in the team roster before or by October 31, Saturday! Here they are:
Special practice & 21st MWKF Tournament
Monday, September 14th, 2009On 10/10, Saturday – we will have a joint practice with other dojo’s visiting from other states. The practice time will be as usual, 3:30-5:30, but please be there a bit early.
On 10/11, Sunday – we will be practicing Shiai (competition) matches; meaning we will set up our dojo just like a Shiaijo (match arena) with a timer, and 3 referees to judge valid points. Beginners; even without Bogu are welcome to watch the practice matches so that you get a feel of how actual matches are like and learn to what are valid scores. The practice will go from 9:00 am-noon, please be ready to go by 9:15am. (more…)
The 8th Dan Sensei will be here on 8/5!!!
Saturday, July 25th, 2009Please mark your calendar that Yamanaka sensei (8th Dan Hanshi) and Saito sensei (8th Dan Kyoshi) from Japan, along with Sakamoto sensei (6th Dan from Chicago dojo) will be here on August 5th! Please arrive around 5:45 and no later than 6:10! Be ready to go at 6:30! Thank you!
No practice on July 4th
Tuesday, June 30th, 2009There will still be class on July 3rd. If you can make it, please do so.
Have a safe July 4th!