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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.
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![[URGENT] Jodo Summer Seminar 2019 announcement](http://www.britishkendoassociation.com/wp-content/uploads/strikingr/images/53_jo_1b-958x250.jpg)
Dear Iaidobu and Jodobu members, As you may know the Jodo Summer Seminar is set for the 1st August to 3rd August followed by the Iaido Summer Seminar (4th to 6th August) at Cambridge University. Our Events Officer has secured 15 twins and 5 single rooms (for the Jodo part of the Summer Seminar) and …
The Jodobu is very happy to count a new 6th dan. Congratulation to Rachel Hahn-Morris in successfully passing her grading. Stojanka Vidinic. Jodo bucho.
We are currently processing applications from BKA members who wish to be considered for the Renshi qualification. Any senior member who may qualify should send their respective application form to the Shogo Administrator (Director of International Affairs) before the 26th January 2019. Chris Mansfield Shogo Administrator (Delegated) British Kendo Association