2025-2026 COMPLIANCE POINTS: 53 of 85
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TEAM BIO:
Kendo, or "the way of the sword," is the martial art of Japanese fencing. The goal of Kendo is to discipline character through the application of the principles of the sword. Kendo is physically and mentally challenging, and combines strong cultural values with sporting elements. It brings together cardio, precision, speed, and meditation. No experience is necessary to join the club, although taking the beginner recreational class is advised prior to joining.
The club is very popular and has a large mix of students, both male and female, Undergrad and Grad. The majority of club members have had no experience prior to joining the club, and have still gone on to win national championships.
NYU has won the prestigious Harvard Invitational Shoryuhai Intercollegiate Kendo Cup three years in a row. They are also the defending champions at most tournaments. Beginners and advanced students are strongly encouraged to participate in all competitions.
CLUB CONSTITUTION: NYU Kendo Club
CLUB TYPE: Tier 2 - Competitive Team & Recreational Participants (Open to all experiences)
NATIONAL GOVERNING BODY: All United States Kendo Federation
PARTICIPANT DUES: Yes
SEASON: Winter and Spring (October - May)
PRACTICE DETAILS: 3x Per Week (On-Campus)
ANNUAL COMPETITIONS: 3-4
LEADERSHIP:
President - Mitsuki Nakajima
Treasurer - Mubarak Savage
Other Officers:
Vice-President - Maxwell Edmister
Director of Activities - Sumantha Dara
Director of Media - Kelly Tian
Tournament Manager - Jayden Bae
COACHES:
Head Coach - Anthony Nava
Assistant Coach - Koji Takahashi
CLUB CONTACT:
Email: nyukendo@gmail.com
Facebook:
NYUKendo
Instagram:
NYU Kendo
BEFORE JOINING:
*This club requires mandatory baseline concussion testing prior to participating*
