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2026 Beginners Information

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You are warmly invited to join us and begin your New Year’s journey as a Modern Samurai.

Beginners Class (age 14 and above): 1.30 - 2.30pm, Saturdays


Little Samurai Class (age under 14): 2.30 - 3.30pm, Saturdays

Intermediate and Advanced Class: 3.30 - 6.00pm, Saturdays



Starting Dates

  • Term 1: Saturday 17 and 31 January (no training on 24 January)
  • Term 2: Saturday 7 and 14 March
  • Term 3: Saturday 25 July and 1 August 
  • Term 4: Saturday 31 October and 7 November

Course Information

  • No previous experience required.
  • Your first lesson is free (trial lesson).

Monthly Membership Fees

  • Primary school students: $50.00
  • Intermediate & high school students: $60.00
  • Tertiary students: $80.00
  • Adults: $100.00

Family Discounts

  • Second family member: 50% off
  • Third family member and beyond: free

Learning Objectives:

By the end of the course, you will be ready to put on Bogu (armour) and start your Kendo journey as a modern Samurai!

Venue:

School of Education (SOE) Gym,
The University Waikato 
Gate 4, Hillcrest Road, Hamilton.
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A message for Beginners from Sam Tsai Sensei

Kendo is more than a martial art; it is a lifelong companion.

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