Northwest Kendo, based in Seattle, WA, is led by Shinichi Koike, a highly experienced 7th-dan kendo instructor from Japan and former US Kendo Team coach. The club emphasizes diligent training with the shinai bamboo sword and bokken wooden practice sword for physical and mental growth, fostering personal and professional development.
With a diverse student body of all ages and genders, Northwest Kendo offers a supportive and encouraging environment for kendo practitioners to train hard and have fun. Classes, led by Koike Sensei and senior students, include meditation, warm-ups, basic drills, and free-sparring sessions, promoting skill improvement and a sense of community among members.
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