Long Beach Kendo Dojo

We warmly welcome you to visit our dojo. At first glance, kendo may seem intimidating or difficult to approach, but through practice it can be both enjoyable and beneficial for your health. Whether you come with your children or begin as an adult, you can learn and enjoy kendo at any age. Since its founding in 1972, our dojo has been home to many high-ranking instructors. Here, you can study authentic kendo rooted in Japanese tradition, gaining not only technical skill but also valuable lessons in martial spirit, etiquette, and consideration for others. Through the spirit of bushidō passed down from the samurai, we place particular emphasis on nurturing the mind: the spirit to overcome oneself, the spirit to value respect and courtesy, the spirit to show compassion for others, and the spirit to be truthful. Our goal is to develop individuals who can carry these values into society and thrive as outstanding members of the community. Nagahama Kendo Dojo is also renowned for its competitive achievements, having produced many excellent results in tournaments as well as past members who have represented the United States on both the senior and junior national teams. Guided by the principle of Kōken Chi’ai means building friendship and mutual respect through the crossing of swords. we aim to cultivate future generations who, through kendo, will grow into individuals capable of succeeding on the world stage.

長浜（Long Beach)剣道道場
まずはお気軽に道場見学にいらしてください。一見剣道は敷居が高いを思われがちですが剣道を通して楽しく稽古し健康のためにも良いですのでお子様とご一緒、アダルト年齢からでも楽しく学べます。

1972年の道場設立時より、我が道場は高段者指導員が多く在籍し日本の剣道を通して武道精神や礼儀、人への配慮を学んだ経験を持った本格剣道を学べます。
古来から侍が伝承してきた武士道精神を通じメンタル分野でいえば「自分に打ち勝つ心」「礼儀重んじる心」「人を思いやる心」「嘘をつかない心」を育て社会にでて立派に活躍できる人間を育成する事を目的としています。
試合においても多数の好成績を収める名門道場であり、過去にアメリカ代表選手や代表ジュニア選手も輩出実績があります。
交剣知愛という言葉を掲げ剣道を通して将来子供たちが世界で活躍できる人間育成を目指します。