KOSEIBUKAN Welcomes You
Written by James Perry Zammit   
Wednesday, 12 May 2004

"Many think that if you learn martial arts, this will not prove useful when a real need arises. Regarding that concern, the true science of martial arts means practicing them in such a way that they will be useful at any time, and useful in all things.” 

Miyamoto Musashi - undefeated swordsman and author of "Book Of Five Rings"

 

Malta Kendo Seminar Sep 09 - 70 athletes 18 countries 3x8th Dan Instructors

Malta Kendo Seminar 09

kendo sonkyo7th Dan Sensei Kendo demomen ippon

 

Welcome to KOSEIBUKAN - the leading kendo Dojo in Malta and home for the development of

quality kendo in the Maltese islands, reputed with the most qualified dan kendo players in Malta. With seminars

organized regularly, visits by foreign sensei’s and trips to the UK, students have the opportunity to develop their

true ability as a quality kendo player.

 

We not only teach a sport, but also how to face adversity!! 

 

Kendo the way of the sword embodies the spirit of Japan and is highly revered as it incorporates in its practice cultural aspect such as etiquette, Zen, spiritual and mind meditation with aerobic physical agility.

 

The history of kendo begins around the 8th Century in Japan with the Katana (the samurai sword) where practice was devised in to set forms known as Kata. Around the 16th century Japan was ushered into a time of peace, so the sword schools intriduced the the use of armor and bamboo swords which allowed for the free form of the Kata to be exercised without constraint. Today Kendo is practiced by millions and is growing in popularity as it is the ideal art / sport for the stresses of the modern world & lifestyle, developing the mind spirit and body to face our daily challenges wile remaining peaceful and respected in harmony.

 

STUDENTS OF KENDO DO SEE AN IMPROVEMENT IN

  • Mind concentration power
  • Improvement in their studies and grades
  • General health improvement for example with blood pressure, cholesterol levels and weight loss
  • Management of  stress and the release of anxiety, as one learns how to transfer negative energy to positive
  • Discipline and confidence in achieving their goals
  • Assertiveness in decision making in their daily lives
  • Culturaly enriched lifestyle, and build stronger relationships
  • Learning how to calm one's nerves and emotions, to achieve stillnesss of the mind through which leads to the positive thinking process
  • Through strength of character one develop's Leadership qualities
  • After practice are fullfilled with a sense of achievement and an inner warm glow
Last Updated ( Thursday, 29 October 2009 )
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Practice venues & Time
Written by James Perry Zammit   
Thursday, 17 January 2008
NEW TIME TABLE - FIVE LESSONS A WEEK
With FIVE practices a week in central locations.
 

Mriehel  / Birkirkara

Mon 9pm to 10pm St Theresa School For Girls

Tue 9pm to 10pm St Theresa School For Girls

 

Wed 7.30pm to 9pm St Theresa - Assembly Hall ( Kata only - Beginners course )
Wed 9pm to 10pm St Theresa School For Girls
Saturday  1.30pm to 3pm  St Theresa School For Girls ( Beginners course )
 

University Sports Complex - Main Hall (Degree Plus)

Wednesday 12pm to 2.00pm (Oct to May) 
Last Updated ( Monday, 30 November 2009 )
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International Seminar
Written by James Perry Zammit   
Monday, 09 August 2004

ALL Maltese Pass their Dan Grading Exam at the 1st

International Kendo Event in Malta

On Sunday 27th September for the first time a kendo grading was held in Malta from 1st to 5th Dan under the supervision of the visiting sensei and the Maltese kendo Federation affiliation wit the European Kendo Federation.  The grading was part of the four day seminar and all seven Maltese Kendoka passed their Dan grade.

kendo group

Last Updated ( Thursday, 29 October 2009 )
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