Welcome to the Saskatoon Kendo Club
Summer Schedule
We are now on our summer schedule. Classes are Wednesday nights only, 7-9. Sunday classes will resume in September.
Jacket Order
The jackets have arrived. Please pick yours up next class.
Bogu Recommendations
If you are looking at buying bogu, check out Club News for our recommendations.
2009 Seminar Report
We had a very successful seminar this year. For more details, see the report.
Iaido
A Iaido study group is now meeting Thursday evenings at the Dundurn Military Base gym. Classes start at 7:00 sharp and go until 8:30. All are welcome, beginners accepted any time. If you have hakama and keikogi, wear that otherwise just wear something loose and comfortable. If you have a bokken, please bring it, if not there are some available for loan until you get one. The cost is $2 per session, payable at the door. Contact the group leader for more information.
Facebook Group
If you have a Facebook account, you can join the Saskatoon Kendo Club group.
Club Mailing List
Club news will be posted here regularily. To receive updates automatically by e-mail, join the club mailing list. Subscribe by sending e-mail with the words "subscribe clubnews" in the body to the list . The mail must be from the account you wish to receive messages at.
About The Club
The Saskatoon Kendo Club was founded in 1981 by Ken Miyaoka. Miyaoka-sensei has over 40 years experience and holds the rank of nanadan (7th degree). Since the club was founded, dozens of people have attained a rank of 1st degree or higher. The club currently has about 50 members and practices at the YMCA in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada. Our annual seminar is held every February. For more information, please contact . For a quick overview of kendo, check this site. For more comprehensive information, consult the Japanese Sword Arts FAQ.
Regina Kendo Club
If you are in Regina or area, please check out our sister club, the Regina Kendo Club.
Looking for a Dojo?
The most common question we get is "where can I find a dojo". Here are your best on-line bets:
Canada Canadian Kendo Federation USA All-US Kendo Federation UK British Kendo Association Australia Australian Kendo Renmei Germany German Kendo Europe European Kendo Federation Japan Zen-Nippon Kendo Renmei Elsewhere International Kendo Federation Members