Membership
The primary objective of the Vancouver Kendo Club is to promote the traditional Japanese martial art of Kendo where enthusiasts of all ages may together learn and practice the true spirit of Kendo.
Club Rules:
1. In order to maintain membership in good standing, a member must report any anticipated absence to a club official or sensei.
2. Etiquette and good manners are enforced to all member of the club.
3. The club assumes no liability for any injury sustained or loss which may occur during practice sessions, tournaments or other related activities.
4. The club reserves the right to suspend or revoke membership of any member who brings discredit to the club.
5. Any members who are registered in a club or dojo in other Provincial jurisdictions are required to report to club administrator prior to joining. Members must not be registered in any two clubs or dojos within BC at one time.
Membership Fees:
Vancouver Kendo Club membership fees are non-refundable. Fees include membership into the Vancouver Kendo Club (VKC) and British Columbia Kendo Federation (BCKF). Fees will be used towards rental of practice facilities as all our instructors are volunteers and are not paid. The membership year begins in September and is valid until the end of August of the following year.
Annual Membership Price: $360 per person** *
** New Members will pay a one-time fee of $150 (per member) on top of the membership fee on their first application.
* Members who has their CKF dues up-to-date pay annual membership price of $300.
Annual Schedule from September 21, 2023 to August 30, 2024 (tentative)
Thursday 8pm-10pm (Open to all)
Friday 7:30pm-10pm (Open to all)
All members renew membership September 2024.
COVID Practice Guidelines Document: Vancouver Kendo Club Return to Practice Guidelines PDF