Kendo Experience: Learn the Way of the Samurai

What Your Child Will Do (Step-by-Step)

1. Welcome & Introduction (15 min)
Your child will meet their instructor and be introduced to the spirit of kendo—respect, focus, and discipline. They’ll learn basic etiquette, including how to bow and enter the dojo properly.

2. Dress & Preparation (15 min)
With guidance, they will put on traditional kendo attire and be introduced to the equipment, including the bamboo sword (shinai). Safety and proper handling are explained carefully.

3. Basic Movements & Stance (20 min)
The instructor will teach fundamental posture, footwork, and how to hold the shinai. Your child will practice simple movements step by step.

4. First Strikes & Practice Drills (30 min)
Children will learn how to perform basic strikes while calling out loudly—an essential part of kendo that builds confidence and energy.

5. Guided Practice Match (15–20 min)
In a safe and controlled setting, your child will try a light practice match with the instructor or another participant, applying what they’ve learned.

6. Reflection & Closing (10 min)
The session ends with a traditional closing bow and a short reflection, helping children understand the values behind the practice.

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What They Will Learn & Take Home

• The basics of kendo: stance, movement, and striking
• The importance of respect, discipline, and focus in Japanese culture
• Confidence through voice, posture, and movement
• A deeper understanding of the “way of the samurai” beyond movies or games

Take home:

• A memorable, hands-on cultural experience
• Photos of their session (optional)
• A new sense of confidence and achievement

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Group Size

Maximum 4 children per session

We keep groups intentionally small so each child receives personal guidance and feels comfortable participating at their own pace.

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Age Range

Ages 8–15

No prior experience is needed. The session is adapted to suit both beginners and first-time visitors to Japan.

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Duration & Difficulty

Duration: ~1 hour 45 minutes
Difficulty: Beginner-friendly

This experience is designed for first-timers. All techniques are introduced gradually, with a strong focus on safety and encouragement.