Black Tiger Warrior's Open

NKY participated in the Black Tiger Warrior's Open which was held in Anderson OH. Mark, Chris and Nathan made a good showing and brought home trophies. Jim worked the rings as a referee and received a Letter of Appreciation.

NKY Kendo and trophies

In the photo from the left: C.M. Brown- Head Instructor and Tournament Organizer for Cincinnati Hwa Rang Do, Grandmaster Woodrow Fairbanks- Wu- Hsiang Martial Arts, Nathan, Grandmaster Ki Nam Yum- East Coast Hwa Rang Do, Jim, Chris, Mark

Chris clobbers Mark while he warms up

Retaliation! Gotcha!

Many thanks for the efforts of the tournament organizers and supporters. It was a fun time!

NKY Kendo Wednesday Class has Moved

The Northern Kentucky Kendo Club has a new home for Wednesday evening practice. We have moved to the College Hill Recreation Center located at 5545 Belmont Ave, Cincinnati OH 45224. We’re working out in the Auxiliary Gymnasium. Iaido starts at 6:00pm until 7:00pm. Kendo class is from 7:00 until 8:45pm. The staff has been very helpful and is happy to have us in their facility.

 First Practice at the College Hill Rec Center

Our first practice was April 28, 2013. We hosted a Joint Regional Practice session. After practice we got together and socialized at Steak Nina Restaurant.

Running basic drills at College Hill Rec Ctr

Our Sunday morning class is the same. We are at the Step 'N Out Dance Studio located at 721 Madison Ave, Covington Kentucky. It's right across the street from the Madison theatre. Parking is free on the street on Sundays. Iaido class begins at 8:00am. Kendo class starts at 9:30am until 11:00am

If you are interested in learning about Japanese martial arts and the Samurai spirit, join us at our new home!

ECUSKF Joint Practice in Cincinnati Jan 6, 2013

Sunday January 6th we'll host a regional joint practice at the Corryville Recreation Center. The planned schedule is as follows:

12:00 - 1:30pm for beginners
1:30pm-3:00pm advanced practice
3:30 - 5:00pm New Year's gathering

 After the Joint Practice, there will be a meeting there will be a Board meeting to discuss the upcoming tournament and rank promotion in March.