Requirements
No martial arts experience or training is required to be a Shinkendo student. If you have any existing health problems or other disability, please consult with the instructor in advance of registration for classes. Students are generally required to be age 18 or older. However, if an adult wants to train with their children, we may accept students as young as 16 on a case-by-case basis. Parent must interview with the instructor.
Equipment and Uniforms
A bokken/bokuto (wooden sword) is required for basic practice. The dojo will supply a bokken for use in class, but it is recommended to purchase your own if you wish to be a regular student. To purchase a bokuto approved for Shinkendo, please contact the instructor for recommendations. Other Shinkendo approved equipment for purchase will be explained in class.
PLEASE DO NOT BUY A REAL SWORD WITHOUT SPEAKING TO YOUR INSTRUCTOR FIRST.
You may wear any martial arts uniform that you now have for your first few classes. Otherwise, wear suitable exercise clothing such as T-shirt and sweat pants. The required uniform is a basic white martial art uniform with a black hakama. After joining the International Shinkendo Federation, a proper dogi and hakama will be required for class.
