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
CLUB DUES & PARTICIPANT EXPENSES: Moderate
PERSONAL EQUIPMENT REQUIRED: Yes
SEASON: Winter and Spring (October - May)
SKILL LEVEL: OPEN to all skills and experiences
PRACTICE TIMES:
Palladium Gym Court
Mondays - 8:00pm - 10:00pm
Wednesdays - 7:00pm to 10:00pm
Saturdays - 4:00pm to 7:00pm
PRACTICE LOCATION: Palladium Gym Court
ANNUAL COMPETITIONS: 3-4
LEADERSHIP:
President - One Kim
Treasurer - Mubarak Savage
Other Officers:
Vice-President - Willem Lessig
Director of Communications - Sumantha Dara
Safety Officer - Asaad Al Barwani
Other Officer - Toby Nguyen
COACHES:
Head Coach - Anthony Nava (aen3@nyu.edu)
Assistant Coach - Koji Takahashi
Assistant Coach - Gene Lee
NATIONAL GOVERNING BODY: All United States Kendo Federation
TEAM EMAIL: nyukendo@gmail.com
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