Most people who want to learn a martial art default to BJJ, boxing, or MMA.

Those are great. But they require a partner, mat time, and showing up somewhere physical.

Kendo is different. The foundational work — stance, footwork, suburi (solo striking practice) — can be done alone, in your living room, with a broom handle if needed.

The mental side is distinct too. Kendo is a discipline of zanshin — remaining spirit. You don't stop when the strike lands. You stay ready. That mindset bleeds into everything else.

What a beginner kendo practice actually looks like:

Week 1–2: Chudan no kamae (basic ready stance), footwork (okuri-ashi), 100 suburi swings per day.

Week 3–4: Men strike mechanics. Power from the hips, not the arms. Most beginners get this backwards.

Month 2: Kote and do strikes. Timing windows. A simple three-strike combination.

Month 3+: If you have a dojo nearby — go. The foundation you've built makes in-person training click 10x faster.

I built Strike Dojo to give total beginners the structured start I wish I had. The course is live at whop.com/strike-dojo.

Welcome — I'm glad you're here.

This is where your kendo journey starts. No prior experience needed. No gear required to begin.

Here's how to get the most out of your membership:

1. Start with the Course

Head to "Kendo Fundamentals Course" in the sidebar. Lessons are structured from absolute zero — stance, footwork, and your first strikes before ever touching a shinai.

2. Join the Community Chat

The "Dojo Community Chat" is where we talk. Ask questions, share progress, get feedback. Everyone starts somewhere.

3. Check Back Here Monthly

New lessons and updates drop here regularly. Pinned posts are the ones to watch.

The path forward is simple: show up, put in the reps, trust the process.

See you in the dojo.