Kendo
Kendo is a modern competition sport - martial art based on the traditional sword arts of Japan. Despite being a full contact sport it can be safely practiced by all ages and both genders equally.
Kendo is a modern competition sport or martial art based on the traditional sword arts of Japan. Despite being a full contact sport it can be safely practiced by all ages and genders equally. You can also opt out of the contact sparring if you just want to learn the skills without fighting.
As a club we attend competitions in the UK like the University Taikai, Mumeishi and London Cup. We also organize training sessions with other Universities for around the country. In the past years, we've had members in the winning teams at the University tournaments. As a club we have plenty of social events and nights out where we get to know each other. Feel free to come to our beginner sessions, your first two weeks are free!
Our regular practices will be held in the Glen Eyre Main Hall on Tuesdays 17:00-19:00 and Saturday 19:00-22:00 with our first session on September 30th. Note: Please come to sessions in any kind of casual sportswear or loose clothing and bring some water. Shoes don’t matter as Kendo is practiced barefoot.
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The Committee
All clubs and societies within the Students' Union are run entirely by students. The student committee for Kendo this year are:
President
- President of Southampton University Kendo Society
Treasurer
- Responsible for running the treasury of the Kendo Society.
Health and Safety Officer
- The Health and Safety Officer shall provide health and safety for the Members and offer health and saefty advice in conjunction with the course representatives of the Student Union.
Events Officer
- Plans social events outside of regular training as well as Kendo related events like competitions and seminars.
Vice President
- The vice-president shall oversee the administration of the Group, take minutes at General Meetings and Meetings of the Committee, and maintain the register.
Membership Information
These are the current membership fees offered by Kendo, although many clubs and societies offer a free period for new members to try out their activities.
| Name | Cost | Valid Period | Details | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full Year Membership | £40.00 | 22/09/2025 - 31/08/2026 | Provides a Membership to the University Kendo Club for the whole year. This membership comes with access to our twice per week training sessions, access to borrow club equipment when needed and the opportunity to take part in competitions with us. Members of our club are also allowed to train with the Southampton City Kendo Club for free. | |
| Semester 1 membership | £25.00 | 15/09/2025 - 01/01/2026 | Provides a Membership to the Kendo Club for the 1st semester. This membership comes with access to our twice per week training sessions, access to borrow club equipment when needed and the opportunity to take part in competitions with us. Members of our club are also allowed to train with the Southampton Kendo Club for free. |
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Constitution
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