Santa Barbara Kendo Dojo

Santa Barbara Kendo Dojo The Santa Barbara Kendo Dojo is the only place in the Santa Barbara area where kendo is practiced. We are open to all ages and skill levels.

If you are interested in joining or to observe practice, contact us via Facebook or through our web site. The Meaning of Kendo

Kendo literally means the way of the sword in Japanese. It refers to the art of traditional Japanese fencing that was originally developed and practiced by Bushi or Samurai. Kendo originated from the various sword fighting techniques of hundreds of years of combat and stu

dy. It deals with the physical and mental skills necessary for sword fighting.The goal of Kendo is not only to develop the physical capability for fighting but also the moral and spiritual aspects that may be applied in coping with real life.In Japan,it is one of the most popular martial arts. Kendo has spread to other parts of the world. The concept of Kendo is to discipline the human character through the application of the principles of the Katana. The purpose of practicing Kendo is: To mold the mind and body, to cultivate a vigorous spirit, and through correct and rigid training, to strive for improvement in the art of Kendo; to hold in esteem human courtesy and honor, to associate with others with sincerity, and to forever pursue the cultivation of oneself. Thus will one be able to love his country and society, to contribue to the development of culture, and to promote peace and prosperity among all people.

02/08/2023

We sadly announce that Santa Barbara Kendo Dojo will not be reopening. The almost 3 year hiatus from practice caused by COVID adversely impacted our membership.

Thank you for all your interest and support!

07/01/2021

Through novels and movies, the name Miyamoto Musashi has become synonymous with the word "samurai." The undefeated, 17th-century swordsman was also a master of calligraphy, the way of tea, and other arts. In his later years, he wrote "The Book of Five Rings" to relate the wisdom he gained through hi...

08/30/2019

What a significant and wonderful weekend! We are so grateful to Ota Sensei for his instruction and guidance, Mushinkan Kendo for arranging the seminar and all the guests who traveled from all over the country to attend. Thank you everyone!

https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/ondemand/video/5001232/
08/02/2019

https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/ondemand/video/5001232/

Hidehisa Nishimura is a national champion of kendo - one of Japan's traditional martial arts. His signature move is the so-called "Lightning Kote." He flings into the opponent's arms at the perfect timing and gains a point. It is the skill Nishimura, who is rather short as a kendo competitor, polish...

Bottom from the left Norizuki 7 dan , Sato 7 th dan , Fukushima 8th dan , Ishikawa 8th dan , me, Aoshima 7th danTakamiya...
05/02/2019

Bottom from the left
Norizuki 7 dan , Sato 7 th dan , Fukushima 8th dan , Ishikawa 8th dan , me, Aoshima 7th dan
Takamiya 7th dan , 3 kids and dad

2nd row from left
Suzuki 7th dan, Hasegawa 5th dan, Oscar , Eugene , Sato 7th dan , Konno (Ms) 7th dan , you , Unno 6th dan , Rodrigo,Pawel, Lincoln , Horihata 7th dan, Nishimura 7th dan, Onno ‘th dan

10/28/2017

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1015 E Montecito Street
Santa Barbara, CA
CA93103

Opening Hours

7:30pm - 10pm

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