by Mark Kawabe | Dec 22, 2014 | Uncategorized
My philosophy is that Kendo is a lifestyle. Based on that philosophy, we don’t cancel classes more than necessary. This year, Christmas and New Year’s Day fall on Thursdays. As such, there will be no classes on December 25, 2014 or January 1, 2015. Other...
by Mark Kawabe | Dec 18, 2014 | Uncategorized
This is a sort-of-follow-up to my last post. What do you get when you pay for Kendo lessons? You don’t get Kendo. It’s not a thing you can buy. So what is it? It is what you choose to make it. Some people come because they want to do something cool. To...
by Mark Kawabe | Nov 1, 2014 | Homepage
When you’re getting started, Kendo doesn’t require much equipment. Click here to learn more about what you’ll need to get started. Hint: It’s not much.
by Mark Kawabe | Nov 1, 2014 | Homepage
Iaido is the art of drawing the Japanese sword. It is excellent to help develop and maintain mental focus, physical balance, strength and flexibility. Click here to learn more.
by Mark Kawabe | Nov 1, 2014 | Homepage
The Hayakawa Kendo Club has three training sessions each week at the Welland Martial Arts Centre in Welland, Ontario. Kendo classes are Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 7:40 ~ 9:40. Iaido class is held on Friday evenings from 6:00 ~ 7:15.