Kendo

Kendo, “The way of the sword”, is a traditional Japanese martial art, similar to fencing. Originally created to preserve the sword arts after the need for the samurai declined. it has become a popular martial art and sport in Japan and it is gaining popularity worldwide. 

Kendo is inclusive to all genders and levels of experience, and we welcome enquiries from those with a disability regarding the accessibility of Kendo.

Kendo became a TEAMBrookes Sports Club in 2021 and we're excited to see it grow during the 2023/24 academic year. The club is open to new members of all levels, including beginners. No previous experience with martial arts or fitness level is required for beginners. Also, no equipment is necessary to start. 

There are opportunities to compete with the club, and further your skills through our association with Oxford Kendo Club.

Want to join?

You can reach out to the club directly on social media to find out more and get involved:

If you want to represent TEAMBrookes, give a new sport a go, or just find out more, then you can also head over to the Brookes Sport Instagram (@BrookesSportOxford) or for more information, please email the TEAMBrookes Team: sport@brookes.ac.uk.

For the majority of our TEAMBrookes Sports Clubs, trials and taster sessions take place following the TEAMBrookes Sports Fair. If you miss the Sports Fair or would like to join later in the year, please reach out to the club directly through social media.

Kendo Club at the 2021 Sports Fair

You can meet the Kendo Club and all of our TEAMBrookes Sports Clubs at the Sports Fair on Wednesday 20th September in the Brookes Sport, Headington, Sports Hall (10am - 4pm). 

Kendo training session

TEAMBrookes Membership Fees

The cost of joining any TEAMBrookes Sports Club is £150 for the 2023/24 academic year, which equates to approximately £6.80 per week. Find out more about the TEAMBrookes Membership Fee.  

This fee is required for each Sports Club you are competing for. Included within this cost is everything required to play your sport and access appropriate support.

Exemptions and Fee Waivers

Those in receipt of a Brookes Bursary or International Hardship Award for 2023/24 are exempt from paying the £150. If this applies to you, please complete this application form and confirmation of receiving one of these are required as part of the form. 

Those selected as TEAMBrookes Sports Scholars are also waived of the requirement to make the £150 payment, as part of the performance support provided.

Partnership with Under Armour

We are delighted to team up with Under Armour as our official TEAMBrookes and leisurewear partner. 

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