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!
Hello from Christian and New Year Photos
Monday, January 11th, 2010First of all, here’s a greeting from Christian who was from France and was with us for a couple of months:
“Dear All, I just wanted to wish you all a great new year 2010, full of great geiko’s……. Thinking about you and your kindness during the 2 kendo month I’ve shared w/ you…. Christian”
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!
Congrats Minnehaha!
Monday, November 16th, 2009Well, for those who didn’t participate at the 21st MWKF Tournament, here’s quick summary:
- Lyfonge and Nate got 3rd in Mudansha division!
- We all passed our gradings! Amanda sempai, me, and Justin are now Nidan! Hana is now Shodan! Lastly, Lyfonge is now Ikkyu!
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…)
14th WKC Championship results are in! USA got 2nd Place again!!!!
Monday, August 31st, 2009For those who are not aware, the 14th World Kendo Championship just took place over the weekend in the capital of Brazil. The final team results are finally in, and USA got 2nd place again this year! Go USA!!!