Mokuseikan

In a resounding kickoff on the 11th of November, the joint efforts of the dedicated Nederlandse Kendo Renmei (NKR) Youth Leaders Patrick (Mokuseikan) and Sjoerd (Kendo Kai Den Haag (KKDH)) manifested in the first session of the long-awaited 'Joint Kids Training' (JKT). Held at the regular venue for KKDH’s kids' training in sportcampus Zuiderpark, this event saw an impressive turnout of 30 enthusiastic youngsters hailing from six different dojos. It was undeniably the largest gathering of young kendo practitioners in years!

The dynamic duo Taichi and Pakwan, esteemed members of the Dutch National team, generously lent their expertise to lead the training session. Assisted by the dojo leaders when needed, the pair guided the eager participants through an engaging program that encompassed
essential elements of kendo. From refining footwork to mastering kihon drills, the training session provided a comprehensive and well-rounded kendo experience.

A notable highlight of the day was the inclusion of a team shiai, injecting a spirit of friendly competition and camaraderie among the young practitioners. The atmosphere was charged with excitement, not just because there was only a prize for the winning team but also to showcase their skills, putting into practice the techniques they had learned throughout the session.

This inaugural event marked the beginning of the rejuvenated and reenvisioned 'Joint Kids Training,' promising a revitalized platform for young kendo enthusiasts to grow and excel in their practice. The success of the first session sets a high bar for the subsequent events.

The journey doesn't end here, as the organizers have already outlined plans for future sessions. The next installment is scheduled for March in Amersfoort at Mokuseikan, followed by sessions hosted by Renshinjuku and Washinkan. The diversity in venues reflects the collaborative spirit and widespread support for the JKT initiative within the kendo community.

Heartfelt appreciation goes out to all who contributed to the success of the event—Taichi and Pakwan for their guidance, the participating kids who brought their energy and passion, the dojo leaders (Renshinjuku, Mokuseikan, Washinkan, Sakura Kai), and, of course, the supportive parents. The resounding success of the first Joint Kids Training session sets a promising tone for the future, fostering a sense of unity and growth within the Dutch kendo youth community.

See you next time!

Are your kids interested in Kendo? We are the only dojo in Amersfoort that offers special Kids classes on Monday. So come and have a look. Of course we also cater to adults with our adults classes, for more information please see our website

Mokuseikan | Kendo en Iaido Amersfoort Binnen de vereniging worden twee disciplines van het Japanse zwaardvechten beoefend, daarom omvat onze vereniging twee dojo’s.

Bo-D als junior mee naar het EK.
We zijn supertrots op Bo-D

After a 2 year covid break, there will be an EKC again! It will be in Frankfurt this year. And the selection will be:
Juniors:
Bo-D Coffa

Ladies:
Fleur Smout (captain)
Sayo van der Woude
Pakwan Ratchatasavee
Mariëlla van der Schans
Olga Morozova
Suraya Tjon-Kon-Fat

Men:
Jouke van der Woude (captain)
Joeri van der Burgh
Makoto van der Woude
Dai Linh Nguyen
Rick Nieuwenhuijzen
Gideon Hamburger

Coach:
Werner Karnadi

Manager:
See-Kee Chung

afgelopen zondag 12 december was het dan eindelijk weer zover. Het NK kendo. Als vereniging waren we gastheer van het toernooi. In de helaas traditioneel koude sporthal Zielhorst kon er weer gestreden worden voor de individuele nationale titel in de categorien: Onder 14, onder 18, Dames en gemengd.

We hadden 5 leden in de onder 14 categorie, 4 leden in de onder 18 en 1 deelnemer in de boven 18 gemengde categorie.

En wat hebben de jeugdleden van Mokuseikan het weer ontzettend goed gedaan.
Nadat alle rook was opgetrokken zijn dit de resultaten.
Onder 14:
1ste - Keita Sayama (Renshinjuku)
2de - Menne van Leeuwen (Mokuseikan)
3de - Evi van der Gulik (Mokuseikan)
3de - Rodin de Jager (Mokuseikan)
Fighting Spirit - Karsten Heidekamp (Mokuseikan)

Onder 18:
1ste - Bo-D Coffa (Mokuseikan)
2de - Ryan Ruiter (Mokuseikan)
3de - Ica Bakker (Mokuseikan)
3de - Gijs van der Meulen (Washinkan)
Fighting Spirit - Gijs van der Meulen (Washinkan)

Helaas werd Stefan direct in de poule al uitgeschakeld bij de volwassenen.

We zijn ontzettend trots met de behaalde resultaten.

Zaterdag 25 september. De tweede editie van kids kendo camp in volle gang!!
25 jeugdleden, 9 begeleiders en kids van 4 dojo’ s zijn aanwezig bij de YMCA Leusden.
Gisteravond dropping en 3-kamp