How to Begin Your Training in Kendo? Part I

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A kendo lesson video to learn the kendo bascis. In this kendo instruction video, you can learn how to begin your training. It includes
- Etiquette in Seiza
- Draw Your Sword
- How to Sit in Sonkyo
- Take a Close Look at Sonkyo
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[@KendoGuide]

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[@KendoGuide]

You are not too young to start kendo at the age of 15. In Japan, we start kendo as young as 4 or 5 years old. I started kendo at the age of 7. My sensei started kendo at the age of 15. And now he is 7th dan and a main kendo instructor (shihan) of a Japanese university. Go for it!

[@ernestoflores1057]

Hiro Imafuji hi. I am very interested in Kendo. And I finally found this video for beginners. Thank you so much. Looking forward to start my training

[@innamispirit6471]

10 years ago wow

[@tonyhinojosa7710]

From what I understand, first dan in Kendo can be achieved in just over a year, correct?

[@Lavender_bookworm7]

Hiro imafuji hi I am Starlight and I always want to learn kendo really really thanks I promise I wouldn't use this for fun I will use this for self defense only thanks so much Sir 🌠

[@quantumq9725]

Can you start kendo at the age of 22 i have nothing better to do and need another hobbie but Alamo want to learn some sort of sword style

[@colemantrantham9264]

I have not done kendo in almost 30 years and would love to get back into it. I can see your videos will be a great refresher for me.

[@KendoGuide]

Thank you! Please let us know when you get back into it!

[@casof97]

THERES FACES IN THE WALLL ( that's all the people that have died in that dojo)

[@KendoGuide]

Really?! I think they haunted you!

[@casof97]

@@KendoGuide it was a joke why hurt me :( they hunt you! Better fight them with your katana!

[@KendoGuide]

@@casof97 I was joking too! One correction. I didn't say "hurt". I wrote "haunted". Just kidding :)

[@casof97]

@@KendoGuide I know you did I said hurt cus a ghost can hurt your haha

[@KingLordLele]

Faces?

[@Chownz]

You can never be too old or too young to start! I'm nearly 40 and been doing Kendo for only seven months, and really enjoy it, go for it!!

[@user-bp5nf1sb5v]

I think everyone: Now i can be anime guy who is master whit his sword! Me: I- I just want learn kendo

[@eugenepile7036]

me: i want to beat up evryone

[@candicewatson5516]

i always wanted to study kendo, he's very helpful

[@__noir2805]

i can finally become an anime protagonist

[@unimpressedyoda.3066]

__noir that’s what I came here for lol I want to legit battle random people in a duel straight up 👌🏻

[@satrickptar6265]

Saeko, Class President (toradora), Kenshin, etc. brought me here.

[@etherealbladerx8153]

If your white or Asian you got a shot but if ya black fat chance :(

[@taydagoldenphoenix]

EtherealBlader X not if your huey Freeman

[@etherealbladerx8153]

@@taydagoldenphoenix that's not made in America

[@KendoGuide]

Guys, Thanks for all the comments and sorry for the delay of my reply. I'm glad that you liked the video. More videos are coming up soon so stay tuned. Cheers, Hiro

[@JonathanGonzalez-pf2jb]

I always wanted to learn Kendo. Its time to start!

[@KendoGuide]

Cool! Good to hear that!

[@anthonymarcus6235]

I waited exactly 4 years to find out if you got anywhere with it?

[@jamesevans1286]

@@anthonymarcus6235 Wow

[@querthrafaelsales1588]

yep im here too

[@thislightful]

Yes!!! your stretches like when you said don’t lift up your hip is so yoga. Well done this is wonderful to watch. Thank you for posting.

[@KendoGuide]

You're so welcome! Is that right? I did not know that! Thank you very much for sharing that!

[@Ito614]

just about to start kendo,thanks a lot for your helpful videos ありがとうございました先生

[@KendoGuide]

Thank you! And Glad to hear that they were helpful!

[@Ito614]

+Hiro Imafuji (Kendo For Life) they are,for sure!!! thanks a lot again

[@KendoGuide]

ito okami You're welcome and thanks!

[@anindya561]

arigatou gozaimasu !!!

[@gaahinalover]

I've found this video for the sake of writing, as in a story I'm currently working on, the main character is rather forcefully enrolled into her schools kendo club after she lied about being part of it to explain why her hands hurt from bashing a training dummy in a magical world that she creates for herself each day, so I am watching these videos to give myself an understanding in order to accurately portray it within my story, so thank you for your videos :)

[@KendoGuide]

You're welcome! Good luck!

[@donovancraucamp5741]

Just started to watch this and I'm very fascinated about the art a lot questions i have.

[@laughinggravy]

I first saw Kendo demonstrated on TV when I was 18 or 19, and I loved the look of it- the fact that there is so much ritual and tradition in it really appealed to me. However- there has never been a club within a reasonable distance of me - not even remotely close. Now, twenty-odd years later, a club has finally started within ten miles or so, and I'll finally get to have a go! I'm genuinely beside myself with glee this morning like a kid at christmas - I can't wait!

[@trickmeistros7544]

Thank you so much! I always wanted to do kendo and now i finally can

[@KendoGuide]

You're welcome! Find a dojo near you too!

[@azami2308]

So I was going to join Kendo in Junior Highschool. And this video is really helpful. 本当にありがとう、先生！

[@KendoGuide]

+CowRi どういたしまして！Great to know! Good luck with your kendo at you school!

[@hannahscarlet1661]

I learnt kendo since I was twelve and well I am kinda good at it if I do say so myself but I got that inspiration after watching swor art online:)

[@roryyeatman999]

Same :)

[@roryyeatman999]

I hope the nerve gear will come out soon

[@Awsometurtle20]

+Hannah Scarlet yeah me too saw it in sword art online and am interested in kendo also I think its a good way to get active

[@hfult]

saw it in chivalry of a failed knight and asterisk war.

[@surajshergill7777]

Ive always wanted to try Kendo for the experience. I've always preferred swords and i think it's a good way to train your body and mind. SAO urged me more to start looking into Kendo - and its one of my favourites.

[@QuDoragon]

Thank you so much for this video sir. Watching/listening to you explain the hand, foot, and body movements of the seiza along with the posture in detail gives me cause to move to Indiana with an eagerness to join your dojo. The rather small amount kendo training I've had in the past has been very informal and inconsistent. However, I've retained most of what I've learned. My very first martial arts sensei in hand-to-hand combat currently lives Indiana now (I've had several throughout my life starting at age 8), but he no longer teaches. We do stay in touch through social media though. He checks up on me every once in awhile. I sincerely hope that you continue with the patient cyber instruction sir. Mata-ne!

[@KendoGuide]

Thank you for your comment, Qu Dragon!😀 Hopefully, we can get together when you visit your teacher some day in the future when the virus is not acting up like now! I have tons of videos here but also have more info at kendo-guide.com. Hope you get a lot of info you need! 😀👍 PS...If you haven't, please subscribe to my channel! Thanks for your support! 🙏

[@KendoGuide]

Thank you very much, guys. I am glad that you liked the video. Kendo etiquette video is not around much so I am glad that you guys found this video helpful. Thanks!

[@zhongfeng561]

I just have my first Kendo lesson in Dojo today. Your video helps me a lot when practise at home. Thank you.

[@MimiMuffinCake]

hi i just started kendo and it is reaaally interesting and something completely new to me. your videos are helping me a lot! I really want to practice hard but I'm always wondering if I'm doing it wrong and i don't want to learn it wrongly and make it become a bad habit which i cant get rid of anymore . I'll do my best anyways and thanks for your help! ♡

[@sunnychen43]

NICO NICO NI

[@MimiMuffinCake]

+Sunny Chen anata no haato wa niconiconii!

[@ExaltedXPinapl]

love you nico

[@MimiMuffinCake]

jean-luc sowezenko I only love Maki

[@Mikanoes]

I have wanted to train in Kendo for a while, long before I watched this video.

[@EmzieThorie]

I like how concise and simple these videos are; I'm learning some Kendo footwork for Taekwondo and this channel is really helpful. Arigatou!

[@scottw40]

Definitely a master in technique,Honor and tradition

[@KendoGuide]

Thank you for your comment, Scott W!😀 Very nice of you leaving such kind words. I have tons of videos here but also have more info at kendo-guide.com. Hope you get a lot of info you need! 😀👍 PS...Please subscribe to my channel if you haven't! Thanks for your support! 🙏

[@arterialshadow]

I have been working on that all day. It is DEFINETLY working. Thank you so much for the advice. Seiza is becoming almost natural it seems!

[@tritonol]

I tried to find a Kendo dojo but could not find one close enough so I ended up doing Aikido and made it to Shodan. Good video,, nothing beats the basics

[@LittleDragon17]

I will do my best follow your videos to the best of my ability. I preparing myself for a movie, and then need me to master this art with a sabre by January 2012 before I may go to Japan to finish the rest of my job out.

[@KendoGuide]

Cheers for your comment. I cannot agree more. It is always good to go back to the basics.

[@YokaiOokami]

Thank you for posting this video it will help me get back to learning Kendo again after a 7 year break.

[@Ioannisjulestz]

THIS MAN IS AMAZING

[@KendoGuide]

Thank you!

[@Ioannisjulestz]

@@KendoGuide :3 ♡

[@winterchild4847]

You uploaded this 13 years ago ,sorry but I am late I also want to learn kendo , thankyou for posting it 🙏🙏

[@funnyfokker25]

Thank you for posting your video and showing me the introduction to Kendo. I am very interested in learning Kendo and I hope to gain more knowledge and to learn from your instruction here. Much appreciated.

[@KendoGuide]

You're very welcome! If you have any questions/comments/suggestions, please let me know!

[@andrewkeddie2799]

Hey I'm Scottish but trying to learn Japaneseso people like you are very helpful

[@KendoGuide]

Good! But it doesn't really matter whom you learn from as long as they know what they are doing :)

[@sahakel]

wise answer! Know the reasons of your practice before practice is always a good rule :)

[@KendoGuide]

I only do kendo. I have done Iaido and Naginata for a while but since I moved around a lot, I had to stop learning Iaido and Naginata. Good to be a help!

[@theigbnjnj352]

I dont have a bamboo sword but i have a wooden katana I've been interested in swords and martial arts for so long and I wanted to try them but I was too busy with my schooling I finally have time thank you

[@louisdeangelis2535]

Thank you. Knowledge.

[@MISTAWULFY]

Excellent video. I'm beginning training in several martial arts, including Kendo, as a way to get back in shape after a back injury. I like it when people explain all parts of the martial art, including etiquette. Discipline is key.

[@Nocturnimancer]

Oh wow, I'm so glad to have found your videos. There are no schools of Kendo or any other legitimate sword arts where I live, so thank you so much for taking the time to do these. I know I'm only seeing the basics and nothing really replaces a good sensei in person, however, it is far better than having nothing to go on but my books :3

[@ali-25yearsold]

Thanks, sensei.

[@KendoGuide]

Thanks for your comment and you're welcome, Alief Nugroho!😄

[@BishounenOtoko]

You're a nice guy to even upload multiple of videos about Kendo and even explaining lots of it!

[@kaysunshine79]

Very useful lessons... Arigatou gozai masu!

[@thomasleblanc6380]

I know this video is all. As we don't have any locals near me that I can study with. I would like to start somewhere. Thank you

[@Not-so-cool-name]

great beginner's kendo info thanks

[@dumb371]

thank you for your videos 'cause nobody teach kendo in my town

[@HellAce-xu4il]

Thanks for the video!!👍😄 I've been wanting to do kendo for so long, and now i can start learning.

[@KendoGuide]

+HellAce 1337 You're welcome! Don't hesitate to contact me when you have questions! You may want to check this page out. www.kendo-guide.com/kendo_basics.html

[@HellAce-xu4il]

+Hiro Imafuji (Kendo For Life) Thanks again and I have been looking around at Kendo for life and kendo guide.

[@HellAce-xu4il]

+Hiro Imafuji (Kendo For Life) Hahaha😂 The link is what I've been looking for.

[@KendoGuide]

HellAce 1337 You're welcome!

[@afterschool3516]

I was the same as you , and now I have got my own style just like Kirito ..

[@fellbeast17]

i'm starting kendo in 1 hour 30mins i am so exited!

[@KendoGuide]

Tena koe, Chownz. You're welcome. I don't know which kendo club in NZ you belong to but as far as I know these clubs in NZ are all great. I miss kiwis. Looking forwards to going back there and talking to my mates :)

[@GothamCityStills]

Thank you for these instructional videos, Sensei. There is no place for me to learn Kendo in my area.

[@lonsorgloo]

Nice detail on sonkyo

[@KendoGuide]

Thank you!

[@obshussion8401]

Once COVID is gone or get under control I’m actually thinking of taking kendo classes

[@sorensen2384]

You wont regret!

[@Chownz]

Kia ora, thank you for the very helpful videos, they will greatly help me in improving my kendo. Ka kite from New Zealand

[@skyzert2516]

Did not come because of anime, my grandpa used to practice kendo all the time, he said he was in his prime in 46, wanna learn what kendo is now, it seems interesting ngl

[@mikansakura5966]

Sensei 😊😊

[@samuelriver9150]

I hope your classes start soon, looking forward to picking up on something new.

[@KendoGuide]

+samuel river My class in Indiana? or Online?

[@samuelriver9150]

+Hiro Imafuji (Kendo For Life) Your Indiana classes. Or are those not happening anymore?

[@KendoGuide]

+samuel river Are you in this Indiana kendo seminar list? I am thinking to have another 3 months seminar so please make sure to be in the list! Thank you! forms.aweber.com/form/19/1144166019.htm

[@samuelriver9150]

Thanks! Just signed up for it.

[@KendoGuide]

OK! Thanks! I will send out notification about a kendo seminar.

[@Corazon806]

wow everything seems so specific but i really like this!

[@KendoGuide]

You're welcome! Glad to be a help!

[@huerohanshaw]

good good my grandpa teaches kendo i like this person

[@KendoGuide]

I am sure Aikido and Kendo share a lot in common. You may be able to find a dojo near you in the future. Good luck!

[@taydagoldenphoenix]

I need to practice a new hobby for self disapline this is helpful

[@KendoGuide]

Thank you for your comment, Golden Jaguar!😀 Great to hear that you found it helpful! I have tons of videos here but also have more info at kendo-guide.com. Hope you get a lot of info you need! 😀👍 PS...Please subscribe to my channel if you haven't! Thanks for your support! 🙏

[@taydagoldenphoenix]

Kendo Guide thanks for posting

[@Wundai]

Indeed the Mokuso was virtually the same as the Jiu-Jitsu Mokuso, only some phrases are added here in Kendo. Thanks, now we westeners finally know how to say it properly :P

[@Jdmsword14]

i prefer kenjutsu techniques so far but i have a shinai i like to train with so might as well learn some kendo! nice clear video subscribed!

[@alexandru6747]

I can finally become a jedi!

[@KendoGuide]

Good for you, Alexandru!

[@miss_introvert1311]

I'm going to be starting Kendo once it's safe and quarantine and all. Studying lots to be more prepared lmao

[@Chan_Eva]

Me too UwU

[@razorofwolvendom2208]

I'm on my 30's but I wanna learn this at home due to pandemic, I have nothing better to do good thing I have a Gintoki Bokuto Katana.

[@pagodawarrior]

Thank you so much for the Training video. Well taught.

[@ashleyeskes5643]

I need to get into this. I need to learn discipline.

[@mikeymartin80]

I would really love to learn kendo. I'd probably get my ass kicked but I would still love to do it

[@KendoGuide]

I don't know which character :) Glad that you liked the video!

[@Hennerz267]

me too, i have it on my wii but man it seems so fun!!

[@PiccolaCynt]

thank you so much :D

[@KendoGuide]

You're welcome!

[@KendoGuide]

Thanks for your comment and compliment!

[@alivingrobloxian3151]

I will look forward

[@KendoGuide]

Great! Thanks!

[@Orowam]

Seiza is the sitting posture etc. Zazen is meditation. Mokuso is meditation. I'm a noobie to kendo, Japanese culture, and a frequent meditator, but i can't say any specifics sry :P

[@konopikachuda4881]

I can finally be a character from sword art online

[@hypex5727]

Subarashi

[@viankalastname4132]

How has your training gone so far

[@solomonkilliebrew22]

thanks man this is so cool

[@Ak-oi2gl]

I finished reading the last chapter of Kimetsu no Yaiba (Demon Slayer) they mentioned kendo I love Kimetsu no Yaiba (Demon Slayer) and now I'm interested in kendo

[@farrelllopezsoriano4162]

Time to start my kendo because i always wanted to be a good swordsman♥️

[@liamengram6326]

I did Kendo in college and just started looking to get back in to it. Unfortunately, the closest Kendo Academy to me is 2.5 hours away. The same Academy I attended while I was in college. 😂

[@Joker627536]

Thank you very much!! it was really helpful.

[@arlanprambayu2615]

Sensei, i want tutorial to be Kirito please 🤣

[@KendoGuide]

Thanks for your comment. I don't know what Krito is but I know you can be one :)

[@mercurialsnake4503]

@@KendoGuide lol it's an anime character. By the way many thanks sensei for teaching us. Love from india.

[@mutanttech3989]

@@KendoGuide sensei it's an anime character

[@Seanuk]

I totally agree - We have a shodan who is 60+ Age is of no concern.

[@Zenboy23]

Cool, very useful for us begginers, thank you!

[@KendoGuide]

If you do the proper breathing, 3 breathings take about 45 sec to 1 minute. Do it a bit longer than 1 1/2 minutes as a start. 3 minutes sound right to me. So 10 breathigs. It depends on who are training too, I think. It is hard for beginners to sit in seiza for a long time. So adjust the length of mokuso for everyone. There will be an article about breathing in kendo at kendo-guide website. Come and check it out!

[@voske44]

yeah i'm lefthanded, it's gotta be diffrent right like in tennis or fencing

[@KendoGuide]

You're welcome. Glad that you liked the videos. You can visit kendo-guide website for more videos and articles. Thanks!

[@KendoGuide]

New Zealand, mate :)

[@theklown8820]

Thank you

[@KendoGuide]

Doitahsimashite. Do not forget to visit kendo-guide website. There are articles too.

[@BernatFortet]

Great Video!

[@AdultComedyIsCool123]

@dojo2go, If you still want to know what character from south park superlord282 is comparing you in the video is I'll tell you he is comparing to that school counciler with the big head and tight tie who say m'kay alot you know Mr Mackey PS your kendo teaching is really good and your doing it in the traditional way that kendo has alway been taught

[@KendoGuide]

@Angelus2485 No it is not too late. Many starts kendo in their 50s or 60s. My father started kendo at the age of 55. Never too late!

[@arystar_krory]

@Kasaidon the minimum age is 13 according to the singapore kendo club:)

[@tannyunique]

Love your videos!

[@kvonderpfordten5933]

Arigatou gozaimasu sensei!

[@miyamotomusashi7639]

to get used to it takes sometime but its not too hard if your fitness lvl is average

[@afterschool3516]

Also about nerve gear .. It might came out in 10 or 20 years .....

[@freddie9546]

Awsome! You are prety good.

[@KendoGuide]

+Nexus Thank you!

[@quantumq9725]

But also want to learn in depth what it means and how to use it for self defense