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Training Schedule

Every Monday & Friday
1830 - 2030 | SRC MPSH 6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Recruitment

How do I join the club?	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. :)

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Sunday, August 14, 2011

Welcome Tea & Beginner Course 2011

By Nella

To all our prospective members of the club,

NUSKK warmly invites you to two of our best events of the year! The details are as follows:

NUS Kendo Club Welcome Tea 2011

19th August | Friday

1830 - 2030 Hours

Sports and Recreation Centre | MPSH 6

Be prepared for our training and equipment showcases, and live match demonstrations! This year, we will be having different booths during our Welcome Tea to give you a brief introduction to what kendo is all about and our training in NUS. Our senseis and seniors will be here to answer any of your queries!

Most of all, do bring your friends along and have an awesome evening with us! Light refreshments will be provided. (:

Our match demonstration will be held at 7.00pm!

Beginner Course 2011

Commencement: 22nd August | Monday

1830 - 2030 Hours

Sports and Recreation Centre | MPSH 6

Be part of our introductory class for 2011!

This 3-month course is designed for new members to learn the very fundamentals of kendo: the footwork and cuts, as well as dojo etiquette. Come along with any comfortable sports attire, other logistics will be provided by the club for your use.

[Important]

Do take note that we are only conducting our member intake during this period of the year. Please drop us an email immediately if you are unable to attend any of the trainings after the Welcome Tea. Do not miss it! ;)

We will be looking forward to see all of you there! Have a great week ahead! :D

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