Kirkland kendo practice Nov 25, 2025

Описание: https://bellevuekendo.org
Bellevue Kendo Club: Elevate Your Swordsmanship Skills

At the Bellevue Kendo Club, we offer a range of classes designed to cater to different skill levels. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced practitioner, our club provides a supportive environment for growth and improvement. Join us throughout the year and embark on a journey of discipline, technique, and camaraderie.

1. Beginning Class:
Focus: Etiquette and fundamental techniques.
What to Expect: Learn the basics, cultivate respect, and lay the groundwork for your kendo journey.
When: Fridays from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM.

2. Intermediate Class:
Prerequisite: Completion of the beginning class.
Attire: Keikogi (upper uniform) and Hakama (pants) required.
What to Expect: Prepare students for Geiko (Sparring) in the Advanced class.
When: Fridays from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM. 30 minutes alongside the Advanced class.

3. Advanced Class:
Requirements: Participants must have a bogu (Armor) set, which you may Rent from the club or purchase from your preferred merchants.
What to Expect: Intensive training and sparring which refine techniques, strategic thinking, and mental discipline.
When: Fridays from 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM.

Join us at the Bellevue Kendo Club and immerse yourself in the art of kendo. Whether you’re drawn to the elegance of the sword or the thrill of competition, our classes will empower you to reach new heights.

Timecodes
0:00 - Kirikaeshi
3:08 - Men from toma
12:20 - Men with two steps in when motodachi steps back
16:15 - Kote Tai-atari
21:09 - Kote-Men
25:00 - Men 5X5
34:04 - Do
38:32 - Gaku-do explanation
46:41 - Gaku-do
57:02 - Tsuki explanation
1:05:22 - Tsuki
1:12:53 - Mawari-geiko