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Description: Kendo (way of the sword) is a co-ed martial art and sport based on samurai traditions requiring manners, and mental and physical discipline. Participants use bokken (oak sword) for weeks 1-4 and at week 5, a shinai (bamboo sword) is also required. All equipment can be purchased at class. Beginning students wear loose fitting clothes. The beginning class focus is on learning footwork and sword handling. Upon completion of the beginning class, continuing students will progress to intermediate kendo where they will begin striking of live targets. Once the student has progressed in skill they will be able to move into wearing armor and engage in bouts with other students. Students remain at the intermediate level until they are ready for armor.