Results and Wrap Up from the 2024 Junior Championships
The third annual Canadian National Junior Kendo Championships were a big success, celebrating the skill and dedication of young kendo athletes aged 18 and under. The event saw over 90 participants from 14 clubs from across British Columbia, Alberta, and Ontario compete in a spirited display of skill and sportsmanship. See photos and results from the event.
The CKF Board is thrilled to once again bring the 3rd Canadian National Junior Kendo Championships. As junior kendo continues to flourish throughout Canada, we eagerly anticipate the participation of many young athletes in this year’s championships. It’s a celebration of growth, skill, and the spirited competition that defines our community. Join us in fostering the next generation of kendo talent!
Canadian National Junior Kendo Championships
Dates: May 17, 18, 19
Location: Burnaby Mountain Secondary School, Burnaby, BC
Qualifications:
- Member of a CKF member dojo
- Member of CKF for 2024
- Born in or after 2006
Event Schedule
Date | Time | Event | Facility |
Friday, May 17 | 19:00 – 20:00 | Godo Keiko for all Juniors |
East Gym (Building 007) |
19:30 – 20:30 | Shinpan Orientation | ||
19:00 – 21:00 | Tournament Registration (dojo package pickup) |
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Saturday, May 18 | 08:00 | Gymnasium Open | |
09:00 – 17:00 |
Opening Ceremony Individual Tournament Lunch Club Team Tournament Provincial Team Tournament Award Ceremony |
Burnaby Mountain Secondary School – Gym 1
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19:00 – 22:00 | Social Event TBD | ||
Sunday, May 19 | 09:00 – 12:00 | Junior Kendo Seminar |
Burnaby Mountain Secondary School – Gym 1
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Details
The Championships will be open to athletes 18 years and younger as of December 31, 2024 (born in or after 2006).
Please plan to travel to Vancouver by Friday evening for an open practice. The main competition day will be held on Saturday, with an evening social event. A Junior Seminar will be held on Sunday morning, with official closing ceremonies at noon Sunday.
Please contact your Provincial Liaison for further details about the competion and Provincial Teams.
The touranment package and important deadlines are as follows:
- Due by April 5, 2024
- Club Tournament Registration Form for individual clubs uploaded through the Submission Google Form
- Due April 26, 2024
- Province liaisons submit Provincial Team Registration lists to [email protected]
- Due May 3, 2024
- Clubs make payment based on the Club Payment Form total. Payments can be made by eTransfer to [email protected]. Please note “Junior Nationals – club name” on your payment.
We look forward to seeing everyone in Burnaby!