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Kendo, the “Way Of the Sword” (ken: sword + do: way), is the traditional Japanese style of fencing that has evolved into a martial art that is practiced throughout the world. Kendo’s origins are most closely associated with the feudal Japanese Samurai and many protocols within today’s dojos still reflect this cultural tradition.

The concept of kendo is to discipline the human character through the application of the principles of the katana (Japanese sword). It aims to train the mind and body, and also to cultivate one’s character through rigorous training and one-on-one combat using a Shinai (bamboo sword) while wearing japanese traditional clothing and Bogu (Kendo armor).

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 honour,
  • To associate with others with sincerity,
  • And to forever pursue the cultivation of oneself.

This will make one be able:

  • To love his/her country and society,
  • To contribute to the development of culture,
  • And to promote peace and prosperity among all peoples.

At the Adelaide University Kendo Club (AUKC), we train regularly throughout the year and accommodate all levels of learning and skill, from beginners to state representatives. The AUKC is part of the South Australian Kendo Association, which is affiliated with both the national governing body; Australian Kendo Renmei and the international governing body the International Kendo Federation. 

The AUKC participates in local and national competitions, such as the Australian University Games, South Australia Kendo state championship, and others. 


Training Time

  • Monday: 6.30 pm - 9.30 pm at UofA North Tce campus - Union House Exercise Studio.
  • Wednesday: 6:30 pm - 9.30 pm at UofA North Tce campus - Union House Exercise Studio.

Other Regular Training Sessions

  • Friday: 6:45 pm - 8:45 pm at UniSA Magill basketball court*
  • Sunday: 12.30 pm - 3:00 pm at Court 1 of Pridham Hall, UniSA City West*

*UniSa Magill and Pridham hall training sessions are the regular training of the University of South Australia Kendo Club with whom we have a reciprocal training agreement