
UBC KENDO CLUB
Way of the sword
ABOUT UBC KENDO CLUB
More than just a club
EST. 1978
University of British Columbia Kendo Club is a student-led recreational martial art club. Although we are mostly comprised of UBC students and alumni, we also welcome anyone outside of UBC to join us and practice kendo with us.
We are here to teach our members the etiquette and skills in Kendo. As a member, you will also have a chance to develop skills such as self-confidence, leadership, and teamwork.


PRACTICE SCHEDULE
Winter Semester 2025/26 Schedule:
Location: UBC The Nest, Asian Centre
Every Monday and Thursday:
Beginner: 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Seniors: 8:00pm - 10:00pm
Time and location may change. Please check your email for an up-to-date schedule.
CLUB INSTRUCTORS
Head Sensei
Tsuyoshi Hamanaka (6 Dan Renshi)
UBC Sensei:
Joon Young Suk (5 Dan)
Ellis Cheng (4 Dan)
Tozenji Sensei:
Kazuki Unzei (5 Dan)
Yukiko Sugata (5 Dan)
Terry Okitsu (4 Dan)
Mari Kobayashi (4 Dan)
Andrew Chen (4 Dan)
Nanako Nohira (4 Dan)
EXEC TEAM 2025/2026
CONTACT US
UBC Kendo Club is part of the UBC AMS Association and a recreational martial art club. We welcome anyone who wishes to join us and practice kendo.
6133 University Blvd, Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z1, Canada
