In this section, we will give information regarding Kendo. Its history, formalities, traditions, and its rich philosophies. However, instead of simply repeating much of the same information that can be found from other club sites in our "links" section, I will attempt to list as many different topics as possible...just to keep things interesting.

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Kendo Basics

• Here is a preview of "Ware Igai Minna Shi: An Introductin to Kendo"
  

• Common Terms used in Kendo.
  
• The Keiko Manual - a list of guidelines to follow while training in Kendo.
  
• Footwork - another article from "Kendo: The Definitive Guide" regarding why we stress keeping your back leg/knee straight to beginners during basic footwork drills.

Thought and Philosophy about Kendo

• Insight from Sensei Matthew Raymond to the HKC.
  

• Question and answers to the HKC's 2nd Kyu "Written Test".
  
• Advice from Mr. Henry Smalls regarding practicing with an opponent.
  
• Concept and Purpose of Kendo established by the All Japan Kendo Federation in 1975.
  
• Ki-Ken-Tai no Icchi - quite possibly the most famous statement in all of Kendo.
  
• San Satsu Ho: Three Laws for defeating an opponent.
  
• Ware Igai Ni Mina Shi and Doryoku, Doryoku, Doryoku. Our club motto?
  
• I was told by a potential member one time that they would not join a martial arts club as it promoted combative violence! Here is an article from "Kendo: The Definitive Guide" that I gave this person to read. They didn't join the club, but they left satisfied that Kendo was not promoting violence.
  
• The Kendo Reader - This is an article discussing many of the more complex ideas and philosophies of Kendo. Its quite long, but very well done.
  
• Pushing - an article written by Ando Sensei regarding the topic of pushing and shoving in Kendo.
  
• Miscellaneous Wisdom - this page contains various bits of "wisdom" from a number of famous martial artists.
  
• Mind-set - this article talks about the proper mindset needed when practicing Kendo.

Alternative Kamae

• Alternative Kamae - this article includes information on the various Kamae or stances that exist in Kendo.
  

• Jodan no Kamae Instructional Kendo book - article has been translated from Japanese into English.
  
• Jodan - this page is dedicated to providing seemingly rare information on Jodan no Kamae
  
• Nito - movies demonstrating Nito-Ryu Waza (Two Sword Technique).

Check out the HKC's Kendo Library, including instructional videos, movies and books.

How to Maintain Your Kendo Equipment

• Preparing Your Shinai For Use
  

• How to Re-Tie Your Shinai
  
• How to Remove Splinters From Your Shiniai
  
• How to Break in Your Men.
  
• How to Fold your Hakama.

For further information please contact: hfxkendo@hotmail.com