We offer two courses, one for youth (7-14 years) and one for 15 years and older. During the course you will learn the basic principles of kendo with the other beginners, such as posture, footwork and strokes. In addition, you will learn the terminology and etiquette that we use at kendo and Kendo Kai Den Haag. The beginners course lasts 10 weeks and has a final exam. Kendo is practiced barefoot, so you only need sportswear. A shinai (bamboo sword) is included in the price of the course (90 euros / 45 euros youth). Finally, there is an exam at the end of the last lesson.

In the iaido beginners course, various aspects are covered during 9 weeks, such as correct footwork, posture, striking technique and etiquette. Iaido is practiced barefoot, so sportswear is sufficient. Do bring (volleyball) knee protectors, because of the seated techniques. A belt to keep the sword in place is also desirable. This may be a judo or karate belt (the colour does not matter). A bokuto (wooden practice sword) with saya (sheath) is included in the price of the course (90 euros). At the end of the 9th lesson, there is an exam.

Jodo, the way of the stick, is one of the least known martial arts. But it is also one of the richest when we look at the techniques and tactics in the katas. The beginners course is ideal to get acquainted with the basic principles of jodo. During 9 weeks, various aspects are discussed, such as correct footwork, posture, striking technique and etiquette. Jodo is trained barefoot, so you only need sportswear. A jo (stick) is included in the price of the course (90 euros). At the end of the 9th lesson, there is an exam.