Dojo Full Reopening
Jun
1
6:00 PM18:00

Dojo Full Reopening

Hello Shinkendokas!

We are extremely excited to officially announce that the Dojo and the CCBA are fully reopening to pre-COVID hours.

Masks are not required if you have been twice vaccinated.

Additionally, now that the Dojo is reopened, any prospective students are encouraged to contact us about visiting to observe a class.

We look forward to getting back in the Dojo with all of you!

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Shinkendo Boston Open Space Training
Jun
28
9:00 AM09:00

Shinkendo Boston Open Space Training

Hello Shinkendo Practitioners!

Even though the Dojo is currently closed due to COVID-19, we have coordinated to hold an open space training session in Quincy’s Merrymount Park.

The event will be a great way for students to get feedback on their technique and for instructors to gauge the level of students. As a result, it is highly recommended that all students attend.

The class will also be streamed via Zoom and the link will be provided to all current students.

Masks and social distancing required.

We look forward to seeing you all again!

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Quebec Seminar
Oct
6
to Oct 7

Quebec Seminar

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This October, Shinkendo Boston will be joining Shinkendo Quebec to welcome Obata Soke for an intensive training seminar.

Shinkendo Quebec has been a longtime partner of our Dojo, even helping us to coordinate our seminar with Obata Kaiso in 2017. For this reason, we are happy to have the opportunity to train with and learn from them and Obata Soke.

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J & J Corporate Seminar
Aug
15
6:30 PM18:30

J & J Corporate Seminar

Hello Shinkendo Boston Students!

Please join us for our first corporate seminar with Johnson & Johnson This event will be taking place at the Chinatown Dojo location.

We are thrilled to have the opportunity to teach some of the bright minds at Johnson & Johnson about Japanese Martial Arts philosophy and practice!

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Honbu Dojo Trip
Aug
9
to Aug 11

Honbu Dojo Trip

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こんにちは、真剣度か!Hello, Shinkendoka!

This August, Shinkendo Boston will be visiting the Shinkendo Headquarters Dojo in Los Angeles, California for an August training seminar run by the founder and chairman of the International Shinkendo federation, Obata Kaiso, and the annual Nisei Week Parade.

The Nisei Week Parade is an annual event that takes place in Little Tokyo, Los Angeles to celebrate Japanese Culture. The International Shinkendo Federation takes part by marching in the parade in full traditional Samurai armor while performing sparring demonstrations.

All Shinkendo Boston students are greatly encouraged to attend.

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Demo: CCBA August Moon Festival
Aug
12
10:00 AM10:00

Demo: CCBA August Moon Festival

こんにちは、真剣度か!Hello, Shinkendoka!

Shinkendo Boston will be performing a live demonstration of Shinkendo in the Chinese Consolidated Benevolent Association's August Moon Festival on August 12th. The Festival is held in Boston's Chinatown, near the famous Chinatown gate. 

While the August Moon Festival is a Chinese tradition and Shinkendo is a Japanese martial art, Shinkendo Boston fosters both local and international ties and celebrates diversity. We look forward to demonstrating in honor of a valued local organization's seasonal tradition. 

We will update the events page with a better time and location as the event draws near. 

Shinkendo Boston looks forward to seeing you there!

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Shinkendo Boston Summer Seminar
Jul
22
9:00 AM09:00

Shinkendo Boston Summer Seminar

こんにちは、真剣度か!Hello, Shinkendoka!

All students are strongly encouraged to attend the Shinkendo Summer Seminar on July 22, 2018. The event begins at 9:00 AM sharp and will end at 3 PM. Please arrive early to change and prepare for a timely start. 

The seminar will cover a variety of techniques, including:

  • Bojutsu
  • Shinkendo
  • Nitoken

Any students preparing for a rank test will also be gauged on their preparedness, form, and discipline commensurate with their anticipated rank. 

Snacks and light beverages will be provided to help fuel any hungry samurai. 

The cost to attend is USD $50. Please bring checks or, if possible, exact cash. Proceeds will be reinvested into the dojo to help fund future events. 

頑張ってね!Good luck!

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Boy Scouts of America Eagle Court Honors Shinkendoka Leeon Bacchus
May
19
2:00 PM14:00

Boy Scouts of America Eagle Court Honors Shinkendoka Leeon Bacchus

Please join Shinkendo Boston in honoring member Leeon Bacchus as he receives the coveted rank of Eagle Scout in the Boy Scouts of America.

Eagle Scout is the highest achievement or rank attainable in the Boy Scouting program. The rank was founded over 100 years ago and only four percent of Boy Scouts attain this rank. The Eagle Scout must demonstrate Scout Spirit, an ideal attitude based upon the Scout Oath and Law, service, and leadership, characteristics valued by Shinkendo and most definitely displayed by Leeon.

The reception will be held on May 19 from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM at the Hingham Fire Department, 339 Main St. Hingham, MA, 02043. We look forward to seeing you there.

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2017 Seminar with Obata Kaiso
Jul
21
to Jul 23

2017 Seminar with Obata Kaiso

Shinkendo Boston is excited have Obata Kaiso for the first time in historic Boston, Massachusetts. This year's seminar will take place July 21, 2017 through July 23, 2017. The seminar will be held at the Shinkendo Boston dojo in downtown Boston, in the heart of Chinatown, with easy subway transportation throughout Boston for exploring the city after the seminar. Boston is accessible via Logan International Airport, Amtrak, and, of course, scenic roadways for those of you close enough to drive. Extensive and affordable hotel accommodations are available throughout the city of Boston.

It is a great privilege for International Shinkendo Federation students to study with the living founder of our martial art, Toshishiro Obata Kaiso, and we are very excited to be able to provide that opportunity to you all. Please join the members of the Shoshinkan Dojo in welcoming Obata Kaiso to Boston to participate in informative and enjoyable seminar.  We look forward to seeing you and urge you to reach out directly should you have any questions whatsoever in order to facilitate your stay in Boston and seminar attendance.  

Apply here!

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Honbu Instructors' Seminar
May
13
to May 15

Honbu Instructors' Seminar

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Hello Everyone,

This May, Sensei and his son will be visiting Honbu for an Instructors’ seminar run by Obata Kaiso.

Instructors’ seminars are important for senior students and instructors to attend in order to learn more about teaching Shinkendo and about new techniques and practices that are being developed at the headquarters dojo.

Although this event is only for senior Shinkendo students/instructors, students are encouraged to ask Sensei about his key takeaways and new things he may have learned.

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