Little Samurai - Kendo and me 2019

2019 Little Samurai Class

Beginners' reflection on "how Kendo has influenced my everyday life?"

Kendo makes me stronger and healthier.
~ David

Kendo makes me happy. It is fun to learn and hit with my shinai. I love to make friends at the dojo and learn from everyone.

~ Ava

Kendo gives me better balance and focus.
~ Seb

I have new friend. I am happy. I like play Kendo.
~ Monica

Kendo has influenced me in my life by making me more focused in my learning at school and out of school by having goals and life lessons. Kendo has given me confidence in myself to do tasks, and ask for help in needed.

~ Frankie.

I started Kendo because I would normally have a arched back. Now, I have learned discipline. Kendo also teaches me to work hard.
~ Elliot

Kendo has influenced me by making me into a better person. I can be more focused on thing I need to focus on, be ready to learn and improve on who I am, and be able to think about more stuff.
~ Randika

Kendo has influenced my everyday life by teaching me things like "don't give up" and respect.
~ Jennifer K.

Kendo helps me learn how to survive in the wild or in a battle. It will help my body motor rate faster. Help me do better in sport.
~ Jayden

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2025 Beginners Information

You are warmly invited to join us and start your New Year resolutions as a Modern Samurai . --- Information for Year 2025 Beginners --- Little Samurai Class (age under 14): 1.30 - 2.30pm, Saturdays Beginners Class (age 14 and above): 2.30 - 3.30pm, Saturdays Intermediate and Advanced Class : 3.30 - 6.00pm, Saturdays Starting Dates: Term 1: Saturday 25 January Term 2: Saturday 10 May We will be accepting new students all Saturdays of May, but the earlier you can start, the better. Term 3: Saturday 19 July Term 4: Saturday 11 October Join our 2025 Beginners Facebook Group now to get updates. Or, email us for more information. Course Information: No previous experience required. Regardless of gender, ages from 6 to 60 are all welcome. First lesson is your Free trial. Membership Fees: Kids and School students: 50.00 per month Tertiary students and adults: 80.00 per month Family discounts : the 2nd family member is 50...

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