2026 Trevor Chapman Memorial Kata Taikai

Sat, 07 Mar, 2026 at 11:00 am UTC+00:00

Ravenshead Leisure Centre | Newstead Village

Kashi No Ki Kenyu Kai Kendo
Publisher/HostKashi No Ki Kenyu Kai Kendo
2026 Trevor Chapman Memorial Kata Taikai
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Welcome to the first of what we hope will be a yearly kata taikai - hosted by Kashi No Ki Kenyu Kai and in memory of founder Trevor Chapman (6D), known for his love of, and excellence in, kendo kata.
What is a kata taikai?
During a kata taikai you and your partner will perform your kata at the same time as another pair in your division. Judges will watch and decide which pair performed the kata best and indicate the winners by raising their flags. You will then progress to the next round to compete against another pair, with winners in each category eventually being declared.
Please complete the entry form if you wish to take part: https://forms.gle/uPccYQPU5eMdPRD27
For pairs of kendoka with similar levels of experience. Please indicate which division you wish to enter - you may be of the same grade or one of each grade. Please bring your bogu with you - there may be time at the end for jigeiko.
COSTS TO ENTER:
Juniors (under 18): Kata 1 - 5 (£5 per person)
Kyu - Shodan: Kata 1 - 5 (£10 per person)
Nidan - Sandan: Kata 1 - 10 (£10 per person)
Yondan - Godan: Kata 1 - 10 (£10 per person)
Please pay by bank transfer to:
Kashi No Ki
30-95-43
00330622
Please bring your own food and drink, you cannot purchase food at the venue. The nearest shop is Sainsbury's Local (approx 4 minutes drive).
For pairs of kendoka with similar levels of experience. Please indicate which division you wish to enter - you may be of the same grade or one of each grade. Please bring your bogu with you - there may be time at the end for jigeiko.
COSTS TO ENTER:
Juniors (under 18): Kata 1 - 5 (£5 per person)
Kyu - Shodan: Kata 1 - 5 (£10 per person)
Nidan - Sandan: Kata 1 - 10 (£10 per person)
Yondan - Godan: Kata 1 - 10 (£10 per person)
Please pay by bank transfer to:
Kashi No Ki
30-95-43
00330622
Please bring your own food and drink, you cannot purchase food at the venue. The nearest shop is Sainsbury's Local (approx 4 minutes drive).
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