Events
9th November
Lower Hutt Event Centre
Yōshinkan are hyped for the upcoming Hutt Japan Day in November. We’ve had a blast every time we’ve participated, and this year promises to be just as good!
Our team will be doing several demos throughout the day, wandering about to introduce people to Kendo, and even doing some fundraising with a food stall. We look forward to seeing you there!
You can find out more from the organisers on their Facebook Event.
Hutt Japan Day 2025
17th November - 10th December, 2025
Wellington
Our next beginners course will be kicking off in a few short weeks. Whether you’ve always wanted to try Kendo or are curious to learn more, the course is a great introduction and an opportunity to make some friends among others just starting out on the Way of the Sword.
31st October - 15th November, 2026
Japan
Yōshinkan will be celebrating it’s 25th birthday in 2026! In recognition of this significant milestone in the history of our club, we will be organising a trip to Japan. Our aim will be to train in various dojos around Tokyo, Kyoto and elsewhere, and have a great time while doing it!
Past Events
28th September, 2025
Wellington
Yōshinkan hosted a Path to Podium seminar, led by the NZ Kendo Coaching team, on the 28th of September. P2P events are open to everyone, supporting the shared goal of building a high-performance culture within the NZKF. “Expect lots of Shiai, hard keiko, and targeted feedback.”
P2P Seminar
23rd April - 28th May, 2025
Wellington
Beginners Course - Autumn 2025
22nd - 23rd March, 2025
Paekākāriki
Our club enjoyed the return of a long running Yōshinkan tradition in March 2025. A weekend of Kendo training, shiai and team building on the sunny Kapiti coast. This year we were delighted to welcome Alan Stephenson Sensei, 7th Dan, of Otago Kendo Club to lead our keiko.