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--- Information for Year 2025 Beginners ---

You are warmly invited to join us and
start your New Year resolutions 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 25 January
  • Term 2: Saturday 10 May 
  • Term 3: Saturday 19 July 
  • Term 4: Saturday 1 November
    We will be accepting new students all Saturdays of November, but the earlier you can start, the better.
Join our 2025 Beginners Facebook Group now to get updates.
Or, email us for more information. 

Course Information:

  • No previous experience required.
  • 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%OFF, and from the 3rd one is 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, 
Gate 4, Hillcrest Road, Hamilton.

Training is open to everyone. 
You are always welcome to visit us!

For more information:

Introducing Waikato Kendo Club

5 Things You Need to Know 
Before Starting Kendo 



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