12-Week Beginners Course
Starting Tuesday, 4th August 2026
Start Your Kendo Journey!
We warmly welcome you to begin your kendo journey with our 12-Week Beginners Course, offering supportive and fun environment designed entirely for absolute beginners.
Want to give it a try first?
Join our FREE trial session!
Tuesday, 21st July 2026
7:30 PM
Meet the club, try a quick training session, and see if Kendo is the right fit for you or your child before signing up!
Latest News
2026 - DHMDK New Site Official Launch!
Friday 17th July 2026
Welcome to our new online home!
We are thrilled to share this exciting milestone with our members and the wider community.
Behind the scenes, our dedicated Executive Team has been working hard to create a space that truly reflects the spirit of DHMDK. Whether you're a long-time member or an absolute beginner picking up a jukdo/shinai (bamboo sword) for the very first time, we've designed this site with you in mind.
Our goal is to make it easier than ever to connect with our club, access important information, and support your Kendo journey. We hope you enjoy exploring everything the site has to offer, and we look forward to continuing to grow together as a community!
Welcome to
Dae Han Moo Do Kwan
At DHMDK, we are more than just a kendo club—we are a family. From the moment you step into our dojo, you will find a warm, inclusive community where practitioners of all ages, backgrounds, and fitness levels support one another. We share the floor, sweat together, and celebrate each other's growth both on and off the court. Whether you are an absolute beginner holding a bamboo sword (jukdo/shinai) for the first time or training alongside your own children, our family welcomes you to share in the energy, discipline, and lifelong friendships of the DHMDK community.
Our Core Philosophy
Respect
礼 (Rei)
예의 (Ye-ui)
Discipline
克己 (Kokki)
극기 (Geuk-gi)
Spirit
精神 (Seishin)
정신 (Jeong-sin)
Growth
改善 (Kaizen)
개선 (Gae-seon)
Training Options
Our regular Kendo training sessions are open to members of all levels.
Training includes warm-ups, footwork, basic strikes, paired drills, and free sparring, with guidance from experienced instructors and senior members.
Designed for absolute beginners with no prior martial arts background, the 12-week course introduces you to Kendo. In a highly supportive environment, we will guide you through the foundational footwork, basic strikes, and traditional dojo etiquette.
Next beginner course start date:
4th August 2026
7:30pm
During competition season, our training intensity increases to help members prepare for tournaments.
Sessions may include advanced drills, match practice, tactical training, fitness and mental preparation.
Curious about Kendo?
Visit our dojo, watch a live demonstration, and try a free session with our experienced instructors & members.
Our next scheduled free trial session:
21st July 2026
7:30PM
Training Information
10-15 minutes walk from Lidcombe Station
All Day Free Parking Available
Location
Auburn Youth Centre,
Church Street, Lidcombe NSW 2141
Hours
Tuesday: 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Thursday: 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Saturday: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
