HOW TO JOIN

We are a Marshall University student organization and our instructors are all volunteers. Therefore, it is absolutely free to join for any Marshall University Student. Marshall University Recreation Center also provides us free practice space as part of the University Sports Club recognition.

If you are interested in joining our club and learning more about Kendo, please be sure contact us through the Contact Form to schedule your visit. We are happy to answer any questions you might have. We also welcome visitors to come and observe our practice where you see Kendo in action and observe how our practices are run. Please be sure to contact us and let us know that you would like to attend prior to your visit.

FOR YOUR FIRST VISIT

Kendo requires various Kendo equipment such as a wooden practice sword called shinai. If you are new to Kendo and you do not have your own equipment, we can provide loaner equipment for you. Please be sure to contact us so that we can bring an extra wooden sword (Shinai) for you. For practice attire, please wear comfortable exercise clothing that doesn't interfere with movement of your arms and legs.