Davao Kendo Club Official Website


Davao Kendo Club (ダバオ 剣道 クラブ) was founded on May 31, 2014, by Phillip Lim, 3rd Dan, along with a group of committed pioneering students. Their goal is to promote the principles and practices of Kendo in Davao. Significantly, it is the first Official Kendo club to be established in Mindanao after World War II. 

Guided by its instructors and visiting senseis, the club is dedicated to training new kendokas and fervently upholds the virtues and etiquette (reigi) essential to Kendo practice. The commitment to these principles ensures that the club not only teaches skills, physical aspects of Kendo but also instills the core values and discipline that define the martial art.

Club Resident and Visiting Sensei/Senpai:

Phillip Lim, 3rd Dan
Matsuda Kazuya, 3rd Dan
Paul Minoza, 4th Dan
Kitai Shingaki, 5th Dan
Masahiro Ono, 7th Dan
David Yeo, 7th Dan
Davao Kendo Club

The Davao Kendo Club is a proud member of the United Kendo Federation of the Philippines. 

The club pioneered the establishment of school-based Kendo clubs in Davao, including:

Davao Doctors College Kendo Club (2015) - First school-based Kendo club in Davao
Ateneo De Davao Kendo Club (2017) - First university-based Kendo club in Davao
Davao City High National School Kendo Club (2022) - First public school in the Philippines to have a school-based Kendo club
Lyceum of the Philippines University Davao Kendo Club (LPUDKC) (January 2024)

Davao Kendo Club

Davao Kendo Club (ダバオ 剣道 クラブ) was founded on May 31, 2014, by Phillip Lim, 3rd Dan, along with a group of committed pioneering students. Their goal is to promote the principles and practices of Kendo in Davao. Significantly, it is the first Official Kendo club to be established in Mindanao after World War II. Guided by its instructors and visiting sensei's, the club is dedicated to training new kendokas and fervently upholds the virtues and etiquette (reigi) essential to Kendo practice. The commitment to these principles ensures that the club not only teaches skills, physical aspects of Kendo but also instills the core values and discipline that define the martial art. Club resident and visiting Sensei's / Senpai: David Yeo, 7th Dan Masahiro Ono, 7th Dan Paul Minoza, 4th Dan Phillip Lim,3rd Dan Matsuda Kazuya,3rd Dan DAVAO KENDO CLUB Affiliated with the United Kendo Federation of the Philippines started the first school-based kendo club in Davao. -Davao Doctors College Kendo Club, 2015 - first school-based kendo club in Davao -Ateneo Kendo Club, 2017 - first university school-based kendo club in Davao -Davao City High National School Kendo Club, 2022 first public school to have a school-based kendo club -Lyceum of the Philippines Davao Kendo Club, 2024 ダバオ剣道クラブ(ダバオ 剣道 クラブ)は、2014年5月31日にフィリップ・リム(3段)と共に献身的な先駆者の学生たちによって設立されました。その目的は、ダバオにおける剣道の理念と実践を広めることです。特に、第二次世界大戦後、ミンダナオで最初の公式な剣道クラブとして設立された点が重要です。 クラブは指導者や訪問する先生方の指導の下、新しい剣士たちを訓練し、剣道の練習に欠かせない礼儀(礼儀)を熱心に守り続けています。これらの理念に対する献身は、クラブが単に技術や剣道の身体的側面を教えるだけでなく、武道を定義する核心的な価値観や規律を身に付けさせることを確実にします。 クラブの常駐および訪問する先生方/先輩たち: デイビッド・ヨウ(7段) 小野正弘(7段) ポール・ミノザ(4段) フィリップ・リム(3段) 松田和也(3段) ダバオ剣道クラブ フィリピン剣道連盟に加盟しており、ダバオで最初の学校を拠点とする剣道クラブを設立しました。 ダバオ・ドクターズ・カレッジ剣道クラブ、2015年 - ダバオで最初の学校ベースの剣道クラブ アテネオ剣道クラブ、2017年 - ダバオで最初の大学ベースの剣道クラブ ダバオ市立高等学校剣道クラブ、2022年 - 公立学校として最初に学校ベースの剣道クラブを設立 フィリピン・リセウム・ダバオ剣道クラブ、2024年
Davao Kendo Club
Davao Kendo Club5 days ago
🥋 Join the Davao Kendo Club Kids Class!

Now accepting NEW BEGINNERS!

Are you looking for a fun, confidence-building activity for your child?
Let them discover the Way of the Sword with Davao Kendo Club! ⚔️
Our Kids Beginner Class is designed to help young learners develop:
✔ Discipline & focus
✔ Respect and teamwork
✔ Physical fitness & coordination
✔ Confidence and perseverance
✔ A passion for Japanese culture and martial arts

📅 Classes start Jan 2026
🗓️ Saturdays
📍 Budo Senshi Martial Arts Center
Fairlanes , Torres St Davao City

👦👧 Who can join?
Kids with no prior experience — complete beginners are welcome!
💼 What to bring?
Comfortable sports clothes, water bottle, and tons of energy!
(Shinai and uniforms may be provided or available for purchase – ask us!)

Let your child try Kendo and see how fun and empowering it can be!

📩 How to Register:
Send us a message or contact:
📱 0954 4702925

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Davao Kendo Club
Davao Kendo Club
Davao Kendo Club6 days ago
Saturday keiko - December 06, 2025

The crack of the shinai on men, the thunder of the fumikomi-ashi (stamping foot)—it’s an electric soundscape that gets your adrenaline pumping and connects everyone in the dojo. It’s pure, exhilarating energy! Let’s do more kendo minna-san! 😁⚔️❤️

Thank you to the members in attendance tonight! Keep that fire strong and that kamae steady. ☺️

Recruitment is still ongoing.

For inquries contact us below 💌

(0954) 470 2925
davao@kendo.ph

Visit the Davao Kendo Dojo at Budo Senshi Martial Arts Center , Fairlanes Bowling Alley, F. Torres Street, Davao City.

Stay connected with the club on social media:

Facebook: www.facebook.com/davaokendo
Instagram: www.instagram.com/davaokendo
X (Twitter): https://x.com/davaokendoclub
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@davaokendo
For more information, visit our website at www.davaokendo.com.

Keiko Schedules:

Regular Classes
Tues(for LPU only), Wed, & Fri 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Sats 6:00pm - 8:30pm

Kid’s Class
Sats 3:00pm- 4:30pm

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Davao Kendo Club
Davao Kendo Club1 week ago
Wednesday keiko - December 04, 2025

Thank you to everyone who joined us for Keiko tonight! The training session was incredibly fun and productive. A special shout-out to Jasper Lardera-senpai for his consistent reminder to always enjoy our Kendo.❤️

We look forward to seeing everyone again at the next Keiko—let's keep the energy and enjoyment going, minna-san! 🔥⚔️

Recruitment is still ongoing.

For inquries contact us below 💌

(0954) 470 2925
davao@kendo.ph

Visit the Davao Kendo Dojo at Budo Senshi Martial Arts Center Inc - 武道 戦士, Fairlanes Bowling Alley, F. Torres Street, Davao City.

Stay connected with the club on social media:

Facebook: Davao Kendo Club
Instagram: www.instagram.com/davaokendo
X (Twitter): https://x.com/davaokendoclub
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@davaokendo
For more information, visit our website at www.davaokendo.com.

Keiko Schedules:

Regular Classes
Tues(for LPU only), Wed, & Fri 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Sats 6:00pm - 8:30pm

Kid’s Class
Sats 3:00pm- 4:30pm

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Davao Kendo Club
Davao Kendo Club2 weeks ago
We are truly overwhelmed with happiness and immense gratitude to have our founding sensei, Phillip Lim visit us from Korea. We welcome you back home to Davao! This visit marks a deeply special moment for every member and is a source of celebration for the entire dojo. ☺️❤️

The spirit of Davao Kendo Club is built upon the foundation you laid, and while we continued our practice in your absence, the air in the dojo has certainly felt lighter and more complete since your arrival. Your presence is the cornerstone of our training environment, reminding us of the dedication and high standards you established for us all.⚔️😁

Please know that every kendoka here profoundly treasures the time you spend with us. Your mentorship is invaluable—from your precise correction of our posture to your deep insights into the philosophy of Kendo. We eagerly look forward to once again train under your direct instruction.

Kansha shimasu (Thank you) and welcome home, Lim Sensei!

Respectfully and with deepest appreciation,
The Members, Instructors, and Community of the Davao Kendo Club.

For inquries contact us below 💌

(0954) 470 2925
davao@kendo.ph

Visit the Davao Kendo Dojo at Budo Senshi Martial Arts Center Inc - 武道 戦士 , Fairlanes Bowling Alley, F. Torres Street, Davao City.

Stay connected with the club on social media:

Facebook: www.facebook.com/davaokendo
Instagram: www.instagram.com/davaokendo
X (Twitter): https://x.com/davaokendoclub
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@davaokendo
For more information, visit our website at www.davaokendo.com.

Keiko Schedules:

Regular Classes
Tues(for LPU only), Wed, & Fri 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Sats 6:00pm - 8:30pm

Kid’s Class
Sats 3:00pm- 4:30pm

#kendoislife #philippines #kendoka #davaokendoclub #davaokendo #DKC #davao #Kendo #Philippines #martialartslifestyle #martialartstraining #athlete #fitness #martialarts #kendo #mentalhealth #training
Davao Kendo Club
Davao Kendo Club3 weeks ago
Thank you Davao City Sports Development Division!
Davao Kendo Club
Davao Kendo Club3 weeks ago
Heartfelt Congratulations to our kendokas! 🥰

We are bursting with pride for all our dedicated members who successfully passed their recent Shinsa Examinations and earned well-deserved awards during the recent 7th Philippine National Kendo Tournament!

Seeing your hard work, perseverance, and commitment to kendo is truly inspiring. The spirit and effort you showed leading up to and during the exam were outstanding.

🌟 To Our Rank Up Passers:
Congratulations on achieving the next step in your Kendo journey! This advancement is a testament to your discipline, focus, and countless hours of practice. We celebrate this significant milestone with you!

🏅 To Our Awardees:
Your excellence and competitive spirit shine brightly! Whether through individual performance, team effort, or exemplifying the spirit of Kendo, your achievements bring honor to Davao Kendo Club. We are so proud to have such talented and dedicated individuals representing us.

Remember, the journey continues! Let this success be the fuel that drives you to train harder, learn more, and embody the values of Kendo every day. ❤️⚔️

Currently, recruitment is still ongoing at the dojo.

For inquries contact us below 💌

(0954) 470 2925
davao@kendo.ph

Visit the Davao Kendo Dojo at Budo Senshi Martial Arts Center , Fairlanes Bowling Alley, F. Torres Street, Davao City.

Stay connected with the club on social media:

Facebook: www.facebook.com/davaokendo
Instagram: www.instagram.com/davaokendo
X (Twitter): https://x.com/davaokendoclub
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@davaokendo
For more information, visit our website at www.davaokendo.com.

Keiko Schedules:

Regular Classes
Tues(for LPU only), Wed, & Fri 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Sats 6:00pm - 8:30pm

Kid’s Class
Sats 3:00pm- 4:30pm

#davaokendoclub #davaokendo #DKC #DKC #philippinekendo #philippines #kendoislife #kendoka #davao #Kendo #Philippines #trainingday #athletes #athletetraining #fitnessjourney #martialartslifestyle #martialartstraining #athlete #fitness #martialarts #kendo #mentalhealth #training