We conduct only one intake annually, during the month of August, via our Beginners' Course for most members. The Beginners' Course is not to be missed as the fundamentals are extremely crucial to every aspect of the training.
For experienced kendokas, please contact us directly via our email or members.
Any prior experience or level of fitness needed?
No. That is what trainings are for. Of course it would be a bonus to have them. ;)
Where can I sign up/join the mailing list?
A link will be provided near the Matriculation Fair period for the online sign-up form. Otherwise, do not hesitate to email us with any of your queries!
To join our 2011 intake, please leave your contact details at NUSKK Sign Up Form. The form will close on 22nd August after the commencement of the Beginner Course. Please email us directly after that! (:
Costs and Equipment
What are the costs involved?
Firstly, there are no course fees for kendo. There are club fees at $20 annually to maintain club resources however. For beginners, you are only required to purchase the attire (gi and hakama) and shinai. These will cost around $150 depending on the Japanese exchange rate.
For the bogu (armor), it is only used in Advanced Classes and you will only be asked to purchase it after the Beginner Course. It is estimated to cost about $500.
Where can I purchase my equipment?
For new members, your equipment will be provided by the club early into the Beginner Course. After which you will be able to place your orders via the club forum or through our QM, Shermaine. We will inform you when it is needed.
Training
How long is the Beginners' Course?
It will be held over 3-months from the start of the semester. You are expected to attend most, if not all, the training sessions conducted.
What is the attire for training?
Any comfortable sports attire will suffice at the start of the Beginner Course. After 1 month of training, the gi and hakama will be worn during training.
For Advanced Classes, the bogu is required along with the gi and hakama.
What if I am unable to attend the upcoming training?
Do inform us beforehand either via our email or the respective people in-charge.
What if there are timetable clashes with training slots?
Unfortunately, the training timings are fixed and there are no make-up classes involved. Do try to catch up in the subsequent trainings! It has happened to some of our seniors and it is possible to keep up. :)
On the 21st of May, visitors to Pasir Ris Park may have witnessed a shooting showdown in the heart of its area. Featuring an affiliates club collaboration on an epic joint exercise... the NUS-NYP Kendo Nerf War!
The two teams caught a first glimpse of each other's armory at White Sands' Burger King, where we met and stocked up some of our energy supplies. Across the border, Suresh sensei and co. made their last modifications to the guns while we were engrossed with our own weapons, assembling them and testing the range of guns available.
NUS and NYP preparing for battle!
Suresh sensei and Oliver does a final inspection on the newly modified guns
Hai Hsian with a long sniper
Nasu all ready to fire away! Jingyang has a questionable look. XD
We made our way to the first battlefield in Pasir Ris Park. After securing our belongings at the chosen spots, we proceeded on to an elimination match in which the team with the last man standing wins! The garden maze proved to be a good warm up point as we rushed in from all sides to face our opponents. Team NYP then unleashed the power of their foam sword for close ranged attacks. Sadly, the unforgiving sun blazed down on us and we had to move on to another ground shortly after.
A change of terrain when we set our sights on a small hill! This time, teams have to take over the Nerf Vulcan, which was stationed on a rock, within a certain time limit to get their taste of victory. Both are allowed to use the weapon for as long as they held the place! For beginners, Vulcan operates via an automatic belt-fed ammo system--powerful firing mechanism. After the start signal, its surroundings quickly became a death zone while the rest of us strategized our way through.
The display of guns with high speed bullets seemed to have captured the attention of many unsuspecting passer-bys. For a moment, we had a few little kids to join us during our breaks too!
The last round ended with Nasu as the sole survivor from Team NUS! Flanked by the standing NYP team, even heroic stunts were no match for the bullets and their well-known foam sword. Awesome battle!
After a long day of non-stop shooting action!
NUS-NYP Combined Army The war is far from its end as yet.
The next Nerf War will take place on this Friday, 27th May, at Changi Beach Club after affiliates training. Be sure to catch us, and many other new members, in action!
For current kendokas, feel free to join the Facebook group by Suresh sensei for future Nerf Wars discussions!
Credits to deviantart for the image and Cheefung for the photos!
A surprise birthday party was held on 6th May for one of our former QMs, Gervinn!
With NEX Shopping Mall set as our rendezvous spot, many of us met up only to be tipped off that Gervinn has made a trip there for a haircut. This called for a slight change in plans! Of course, there was no better place to hide in than Watsons. Despite the meticulous arrangement, by pure coincidence or fate, a few lucky people bumped into Gervinn and managed to cover up with impressive acting skills--one of which actually costs 70 cents!
When the coast was clear, we eagerly made our way to Melissa and Gervinn's place to launch our surprise attack!
The group from afar at NEX Shopping Mall in Serangoon.
Upon arrival, we sneaked into the dark corridor of the house as Melissa coaxed her brother to head towards the designated ambush point. With the cue from our Party Director, Kenneth, we broke the silence with a lovely birthday song while being greeted by an astonished and seemingly less dressed Gervinn!! A surprise party indeed!
Jack being very cautious with the cake!
A closer look at the cake.
The 2nd birthday song and candle blowing!
Next, we have Kenneth to present our birthday gift to Gervinn! Notice that undeniable satisfaction from Gervinn and Kenneth's expressions from a successful party plan!
A medal for the Champion of the day!
After a whole evening brimming with fun and excitement, it's time for some food! Boxes of fresh hot pizzas awaits as some of us rushed to collect them from the gate. As usual, all the pizzas disappeared shortly after they were revealed.
Gervinn and his elaborate cutting skills.
Pizzas for grabs!
Following that, everyone went on to play their favourite games! A group of us were thoroughly entertained by the all time popular choices like Guitar Hero and Wii Sports. There were so many hilarious and unforgettable moments throughout the whole night!
(And we highly suspect that the temporary blackout was due to one of our band vocals...)
The crowd is just starting to warm up for games.
And the best Voice Acting award goes to Nasu! XD
NUS Kendo Kai's very own Rock Band!
(With Weber at the drums, Teck Seng and Jack as our guitarists and Oke for the lead vocals!)
Not forgetting one of our favourite singers, Nasu, along with Jack, Shermaine and Anthea!
Meanwhile at the other corner, the rest of us were occupied with very intellectually engaging games. Unfortunately, no photos were taken as any source of distraction could influence the games' outcome. :P
Once again, we would like to thank Melissa and Gervinn's parents for allowing us to hold the party at their house and the pizza treat! Also, to Melissa and Gervinn for being excellent hosts again!
Last but not least, a very HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO GERVINN! We hope that you will have an awesome trip overseas too!
After an eventful year, the members of NUSKK gathered once again for the Annual General Meeting held on 1st April 2011.
To start off, our outgoing President, Chee Fung, shared with us the committee's vision and achievements during their term. As we looked back and appreciate their contributions to the club, we applaud their dedication and efforts they have put in throughout the year. Surely, those events would not have been possible without them!
We then proceeded to elect our new batch of excos. Upon hearing the speeches and the exchange of views with the rest of the club, it is heartening to see that many of us, if not all, do have something in mind with regards to the various club issues. So without further ado, introducing our new executive committee...
Top from left to right:
Jingyang (Treasurer), Shermaine (QM)
Jiahui (SLOAM), Nella (Publicity/IT), Anthea (Welfare)
Bottom from left to right:
Melissa (Vice President), Kenneth (President)
Weber (Captain), Nasution (Vice Captain)
With the everlasting spirit of the club, all of us can look forward to yet another promising year ahead! The AGM ended off with none other than a birthday celebration for our March babies!
Our March babies with their (shiny) chocolate cake!!