Kendo

The Way of the Sword

Kendo (剣道, kendō), which means "the way of the sword", is a modern Japanese martial art based on old Japanese swordsmanship, kenjutsu (剣術). It is primarily practiced with the use of bamboo swords (竹刀, shinai), wooden swords (木刀, bokutō), and armour (防具, bōgu) that covers the head, torso, hands & forearm, and thighs.

I developed an interest for kendo in around 2012-2013, but never acted on it because of the distance from the dojo and the associated costs. 10 years later, I finally embarked on the journey of discovering my way of the sword in March 2023, and have recently been awarded the grade of 6th kyū in the June 2023 grading conducted by Singapore Kendo Club.

I am currently practising with Singapore Kendo Club.

Affiliations

• Singapore Kendo Club

Experience and Milestones

• Began practising kendo on 4 March 2023.

• Attained 6th Kyu on 25 June 2023 with Singapore Kendo Club with 48 hours of practice.

• Completed the Beginner and Intermediate Courses on 16 September 2023, and joined Singapore Kendo Club as a regular member.