Kenjutsu - learn the real Samurai's swordfight and philosophy
- Ages 18+
Every Saturday, 10am to 12 pm (see below for more details). Learn advanced techniques created by Musashi and put it to test it in combat
Location
Floreat Wandsworth Primary School (side entrance, in Garret Lane)
305 Garratt Lane London SW18 4EQ United KingdomRefund Policy
About this event
The art of the samurai sword is still alive and can be practiced today at the Niten Institute in London!
Using the traditional way of learning (katas) and actual combat (Kenjutsu) , we study and practice hundreds of stances and fighting techniques and martial styles , the same way done by the Samurai centuries ago.
In Niten we study several traditional Samurai martial arts schools (such as Suio Ryu Iai Kenpo - made famous by the graphic novel Lone Wolf and Cub, Tenshin Shoden Katori Shinto Ryu - created 700 years ago, Shindo Muso Ryu Jojutsu, Kasumi Shinto Ryu Kenjutsu , among others), with particular focus in the Niten Ichi Ryu, the famous techniques of two swords developed by the samurai Miyamoto Musashi Sensei, who was undefeated in more than 60 duels against the most skilled samurai of his age.
Are you ready to embrace your Samurai spirit?
Book your EXPERIMENTAL CLASS today:
Our EXPERIMENTAL CLASS allows you to experience, in a condensed format, the sword techniques studied in the Dojo. You will have
- 2h introductory practical session about Niten Ichi Ryu Kenjutsu style
- A Senior Dojo Coordinator exclusively dedicated to the Experimental Class will be with you/guide you through the whole session
- Learn 3 Advanced Niten Ichi Ruy Katas, created by Myamoto Musashi himself (long sword, short sword and two swords)
- Learn the basic strikes of Kenjutsu combat (how to fight with a long sword, short sword and two swords)
- Put on the armour and apply your techniques in a real combat environment
- Access to the Golden Moments of the week ( Samurai's Philosphy Values and how to apply them in our everyday life)
* The rent fee for the Equipment required (shinais, bokuto, bogu) are already included in the Experimental Class ticket price
Do you want to know more about the EXPERIMENTAL CLASS or the Niten Institute UK? Please contact us:
- WhatsApp/message us at: +44 7508 721247
- website: https://niten.org/uk
- email: alessandroniten@gmail.com
The Niten Insititute
We are a global Institute dedicated to pass on the Philosophy, the Culture and the Arts of the Samurai Sword to our students from Brazil, USA, UK, Portugal, Argentina, Chile, Colombia, Uruguay and Egypt, with Dojos in more than 50 cities around the globe.The practitioners experience 700 years of history that is maintained until today, passed on from generation to generation and brought from Japan to Brazil and to the Americas by our Sensei Jorge Kishikawa, Menkyo Kaiden, (the highest degree) in Hyoho Niten Ichi Ryu Kenjutsu and the official representative of the style out of Japan
Learn more about us at:
who we are, what we do: https://youtu.be/7ciUZOChbVg?si=e4iFDC9ezAZQ-Hmq
our website: https://niten.org/english
Frequently asked questions
Our dojo is open to everyone (18+) interested in the world of samurais, regardless of their prior experience or fitness level. Individuals who are pregnant or have cardiovascular, respiratory, or back problems are advised to consult a healthcare provider before engaging in physical exercises
It is not a problem, we will lend you everything you need for your first experimental classes. If you decide to continue practicing with us, you can then buy your equipment at your own pace
Surely, we are a family friendly dojo and encourage all our students to bring family and friends along in the training (they are also more than welcome to join you in the experimental class as well)
Beginners can train with T-shirt and sport pants (Judo pants, jogging pants, or similar). The definitive uniform consists of traditional Kimono and Hakama. Your Dojo Coordinator will give you more information on the first class