On behalf of the Iaidobu and Jodobu we would like to express our enormous sadness at the passing of Greg Drewe Sensei. Greg began training in the 1970s and was well known to many in the BKA as tireless in his own study, tireless in his commitment to teaching and tireless in his friendship and …
Welcome to the British Kendo Association
The British Kendo Association (BKA) is the official governing body for Kendo, Iaido and Jodo in the UK. The BKA was founded in 1964 as a non-profit making organisation to foster and develop the practice and spirit of Kendo, Iaido, and Jodo along traditional lines. For more information on the BKA, please read the ‘About us‘ section.
If you are interested in beginning Kendo, Iaido or Jodo please see the ‘Getting Started‘ section for more information and then look in Clubs for somewhere to practice near you.
There is a pdf document with guidance about recommencement of training from all three bu.
英信館道場 団体戦杖道大会 After careful consideration I have very reluctantly decided that it would be irresponsible to hold the Eishinkan Jodo Taikai on October 10th as planned. Millmead Hall is a great venue but the inevitable crowding in the changing area and during the lunch break would really prove unsafe at the moment. It’s my sincere hope …
Kendo Bu Statement – July The team and I hope that everyone is keeping fit and well. Sadly, we have been informed that the Guildford venue will not be available in August and will not reopen until September. So, there will be no event in August. Many of you may be considering a return to …