📢 ANNOUNCEMENT: 2025 NABESHIMA CUP KENDO TOURNAMENT & SHINSA
Attention all kendo practitioners! We are excited to announce the upcoming Nabeshima Cup Kendo Tournament & Shinsa, a premier event that brings together the kendo community for a weekend of spirited competition, skill refinement, and rank testing.
📅 Date: April 4-6th
📍 Location: The Episcopal School of Dallas4100 Merrell Road, Dallas, Texas 75229 
📝 Registration Deadline: March 8th
🔥 Tournament Highlights:

• Divisions for All Levels – Youth, Mudansha, Yudansha
• Competitive and Friendly Atmosphere – Test your skills against fellow kendoka
• Special Guest Judges & Shinpan – Learn from experienced referees and instructors

🎖 Shinsa (Promotion Exam):

• Opportunity for rank testing (Kyu - 4Dan levels)
• Judged by a panel of senior sensei
• Pre-registration required for all testing candidates

This is a fantastic opportunity to challenge yourself, support your dojo members, and celebrate the spirit of kendo! Whether you’re competing, testing, or cheering from the sidelines, your participation makes this event special.
🔗 For registration details and more information, visit: https://www.dfwkik.org/dallas/event/
Mark your calendars, prepare your shinai, and get ready for an unforgettable kendo experience! We look forward to seeing you at the Nabeshima Cup!
Ganbatte! 頑張って！
#Kendo #NabeshimaCup #KendoTournament #Shinsa #KendoSpirit #剣道

Attention all Kendo enthusiasts! Get ready to mark your calendars because an exciting event is on the horizon: the Tulsa Rensei Taikai, happening from May 3rd to May 5th. Hosted at the prestigious Charles Schusterman Jewish Community Center in Tulsa, Oklahoma, this event promises to be an unforgettable experience for all participants.

What sets the Tulsa Rensei Taikai apart? It's a team-based, Round Robin Taikai designed with a unique structure aimed at fostering a focused learning environment for everyone involved. We're introducing some innovative changes to the traditional format, ensuring that each attendee gains valuable insights and experiences.

As hosts, we're committed to ensuring that every participant has the opportunity to fully engage and enjoy the event. If you're concerned about forming teams or navigating the new roster structure, don't worry! We'll be more than happy to assist you in creating teams closer to the event date. Stay tuned for more details as we approach May.

But wait, there's more! On Sunday, May 5th, we'll also be offering up-to-Yondan Shinsa, providing a chance for practitioners to test their skills and progress in their Kendo journey.

Here are the event details:

📅 Date: May 3-5
📍 Location: Charles Schusterman Jewish Community Center
    2021 E 71st St, Tulsa, OK 74136

Have questions, comments, or concerns? Feel free to reach out to me directly at [email protected]. Your feedback is valuable to us!

Get ready to immerse yourself in a weekend of camaraderie, learning, and spirited competition. We can't wait to see you at the Tulsa Rensei Taikai!
-Tulsa Kendo

DATE 
Sept 29 - Oct 1st
LOCATION
Friday: Marrs McLean Gym, Baylor University
Saturday & Sunday: Doris Miller Community Center
Registration DUE 9/15/23
SIGNUP LINK:
SUSKIF FALL EVENT 23'
Testing up to 3rd dan available

Attention, Kendo enthusiasts of Oklahoma!
We are thrilled to announce a FREE Kendo Seminar like no other, featuring special guests from all the various Kendo dojo across our great state!
Introducing our esteemed leader for the seminar: SOOHWAN HWANG Sensei! With his wealth of experience and expertise, he will guide us through an unforgettable Kendo journey.
But that's not all! Joining Hwang Sensei are an incredible lineup of Oklahoma Kendo sensei from accross the state:
Michael Lindsay, Shaw Furukawa, Zac Beverage, Bryan Mosley, Yilpyo Kim.
Mark your calendars for this exceptional event:
Date: Saturday, June 24th
Time: 12:30 PM to 3:30 PM
Location: Harding Fine Arts Academy
3333 N. Shartel Ave, OKC, 73118
To ensure the safety and well-being of all participants, we humbly request that masks be worn during the event. Let's demonstrate our respect for one another and create a safe environment for everyone involved.
This is a golden opportunity to learn, grow, and connect with fellow Kendo practitioners from across Oklahoma. Don't miss out on this incredible chance to hone your skills and deepen your understanding of this ancient martial art.
Spread the word among your dojo mates, friends, and anyone interested in Kendo. Let's make this seminar a resounding success!
For more information and to reserve your spot, please contact [email protected]
See you all there, and let's bring our Kendo spirit to new heights together!
#OklahomaKendoSeminar #KendoEnthusiasts #MartialArts #KendoDojos #KendoEvent

​We will be happily welcoming new students from this month through the end of June. If you are interested in joining us to begin a journey in Kendo, feel free to reach out through our website or any affiliated social media to schedule a visit.
We look forward to practicing with you!

The AUSKF/SWKIF Annual Membership Drive has started today,  and will continue until the 31st of March

AUSKF/SWKIF Fees:
Adults 18 years & older: $60.00/$30.00 (90
Students: $30.00/$30.00
Children 17 & Under: $30.00/$15.00
New Member Initiation Fee: $10.00/$5.00

You may renew your AUSKF/SWKIF Membership via:
www.unitedstateskendo.com

Please Register with AUSKF BEFORE Registering for the Nabeshima cup:
https://www.dfwkik.org/dallas/event/

 We are happy to announce another Free mini Oklahoma joint practice/ seminar, led by Kazuki Yamamoto sensei from the Dallas Dojo. Please make your best efforts to attend! 

Date/Time:
Saturday 3-4-2023
1pm-4pm

Location:
Charles Schusterman Jewish Community Center 
2021 E 71st St, Tulsa, OK 74136

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Hi all there is no class tonight due to the bad weather stay safe and warm!