| Kingston Kendo Club Information |
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Information regarding membership fees, equipment and equipment fees, schedule, and the location of the Kingston Kendo Club practices are listed here.
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Want to Try a Class? |
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New Students are always welcome!!!Interested in trying a class? You are welcome to come to any of the KKC classes to participate in a free, trial practice. You are welcome to observe a class at anytime and as often as you like. If you are coming to participate, let us know that you will be coming in advance via e-mail: kingston_kendo@hotmail.com or call (613)-546-7004.
If you are to participate, please bring a change of clothes with you that:
- you are comforatable wearing in a group,
- can move easily in, and
- don't mind sweating a bit in.
A sweat suit, track suit, shorts and a T-shirt, or equivalent is recommended. If you wish to wear a martial arts uniform that you have from previous training, please do so.
If you have long hair it is recommended that you have it pulled back into a pony-tail (or equivalent) to keep it out of your way. If you do, please do so with an elastic; loose clips or barrettes are unacceptable for safety issues.
Most women will usually wear a sports bra of some type during practice, but be sure it is one that is designed to be comfortable and that allows your skin to breathe adequately during exercise.
For convenience, please bring a signed copy of our waiver to your first class. This waiver is part of the liability insurance needed to operate a martial arts program within our hosting Gymnasium.
If you have any questions regarding practice, what to wear, what to expect, etc.. please feel free to contact us anytime.
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| Practice Locations and Times |
Classes are located at Ecole Catholique Cathedrale Gymnasium, 301 Johnson Street. @ Barrie Street. Please enter through the side doors located in the recess area of the school nearest Brock St.
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2010 Summer
- Tues. 6:30-7:30pm (Advanced)
- Thur. 6:00-7:30pm (Beginner/Bogu)
- Sat. 3:00-4:00pm (Beginner)
- Sat. 4:00-5:00pm (Advanced)
Beginner = All students practice together equally in basic drills.
Bogu = An extension of the beginner practice, students will practice striking drills on Bogu students.
Advanced = This class is primarily for Bogu members, but non Bogu members with experience may participate in certain portions of the class.
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| Membership Fees |
All new members are required to pay the OKF Liability Insurance and their first month's membership fees upon joining.
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CKF Fee: The CKF fee is $20/year per person. Membership with the CKF supports Kendo in Canada, allows members to attend CKF events such as seminars, tournaments, and to attend CKF gradings.
The CKF annual fees are now paid online by each individual member. It is the member's responsibilty to ensure that their fees are paid and up to date. To pay your CKF fee visit the CKF website and follow the procedure listed.
OKF Fee: The Ontario Kendo Federation provides liability insurance to CKF registered dojos. This helps small clubs keep their monthly membership fees low. $20 of the annual $25 fee is used to provide liability insurance coverage for the individual. The extra $5 is used to cover the KKC's annual CKF dojo registration fee.
The Standard Fee structure applies to all community members who are non-students or non-military.
The Student/Military Fee structure applies to community members with a valid Student or Military photo ID card. Military family members qualify for the student/military rate.
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Annual Membership Fees
- CKF Membership = $20
- OKF Insurance = $25
Standard Membership - Monthly Fee = $35
- 4 Month Fee = $135
- 6 Month Fee = $200
- 8 Month Fee = $265
- 12 Month Fee = $385
Student/Military Membership
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| Equipment |
Students at the KKC are required to purchase their own equipment for practices. There are no kendo retailers in Kingston, however there are a few stores in Toronto. Normally purchases are made over the internet. To save on shipping costs the KKC will frequently co-ordinate group gear orders as well as keep a small stock of some items.
The Shinai is the only piece of equipment required by beginners. Most other equipment can be purchased when the student feels they wish to invest in it.
Prices shown are approximations.
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Shinai Bamboo Sword (required) |
$30-40 |
The Shinai is a practice sword that is made of four bamboo slats, bound with leather and tetron string. |
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Hakama / Gi Uniform |
$50+ |
Most dojos consider the Hakama/Gi as mandatory after one year of regular practice. |
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Bokuto -Tachi (long) -Kodachi (short) |
$15-30 $15-30 |
Beginners are encouraged to purchase a Bokuto for Kata practice however a Shinai will, initially, suffice for this. |
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Bogu Armor |
$300+ |
Before one can begin fencing, the student must demonstrate that they have a firm grasp on the basics and that they are ready to begin fencing with an opponent. The KKC instructors will make this determination based on a student's progress through the basic striking drills practiced in class. |
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| For more information please contact kingston_kendo@hotmail.com |