HKC Hungary Kendo Cup & Camp 2025
Dear Fellow Kendoka,
We are pleased to announce that our summer camp, with over thirty years of tradition, will be held at a brand-new location this year — right by the scenic banks of the Danube! With this change, we aim to make the event more appealing not only for kendoka, but also for their families, who can enjoy a few relaxing and meaningful summer days with leisure and nature nearby.
The professional program of the camp will be led by two highly respected masters invited from Japan, offering an inspiring and high-level training opportunity for all participants.
The 32nd Hungary Kendo Camp will provide the right environment for everyone — whether you’re a beginner, an advanced practitioner, a youth, or a senior. We warmly welcome you to join us for a colorful, motivating, and memorable week of kendo and community!
Head teacher:
Akira Ijima Hanshi 8.dan
Daisuka Wako Kyoshi 8.dan
Assistant teachers:
Tetsushi Abe kyoshi 7.dan and more to be announced!
HKC Program
09.07. Wednesday
15:00-18:30
Nihon Kendo Kata & Keiko
10 – 11.07. Thursday-Friday
09:30-18:00
Nihon Kendo Kata & Keiko
12.07. Saturday
9:00-15:00
Individual Taikia
15:30-18:00
Examination until 5.dan
19:00- …
A self-organized welcome party is planned — a fireplace and firewood will be available for use.
13.07. Sunday
09:00 – 13:00
Team Competitions & Godo geiko (Ji geiko) +
ATTENTION* We do reserve the right to change the program!
Competition
Categories
Individual competition (entry only in one category!)
o Men’s (18 years old and above)
o Ladies’ (18 years old and above)
o Junior age boys 15-17 (15,16,17 years old at the time of the championship in case of min. of 8 participants)
o Junior age girls 15-17 (15,16,17 years old at the time of the championship in case of min. of 8 participants)
o Big children age 13-14 (Older than 12 and younger than 15 years old at the time of the championship in case of min. 8 participants)
o Children age 10-12 (Older than 10 and younger than 13 years old at the time of the championship in case of min. 8 participants)
o 1.dan and under (No gender restriction in case of min. 16 participants)
Team competition
o No gender restriction, 14 years old and above, teams composed of min 3 people max 7.*
o Registration for the championship is only possible under the name of a recognized club. If your club does not have enough members to form a team, you may join with members from another club. However, the team name must still be an existing club’s name. In this case, please indicate clearly in the “Team competition” section: “Dojo mix01…mix02..etc”
Update 2025.06.26.: *Upon special request and with the responsibility of the participant dojo leader, competitors aged 13 may be allowed to join the team competition at their own risk. The Hungarian Kendo, Iaido and Jodo Federation will not be held liable for any injuries. Please send your request by email to: info@hungarykendocup.hu
Venue of camp, taika & exam:
Sportscenter
Dunakeszi, Sólyom u. 8, 2120
Link: HERE!
Free parking is available at the sports center’s parking lot, and a train station is located about a 15-minute walk away.
Accommodation & Meal options
Accommodation, and Welcome party:
Dunakeszi Open Water Training Center – Városi Sportegyesület (VIDEO here – next to the riverside beach, with campfire and playground for kids)
Price: 40 €/person/night
Booking: via email at szikora.petra@dkvsk.hu
-The accommodation price includes minibus transfer between the venue and the lodging before and after the daily events.
-Rooms are air-conditioned, equipped with private bathrooms, and accommodate four people.
-Shared areas provide refrigerators, cooking facilities, and an outdoor fire pit.
-A Tesco supermarket is located nearby.
– Swimming in the Danube nearby
The accommodation has a limited capacity of 50 people, so rooms will be allocated on a first come, first served basis – early reservations are strongly recommended!
Meal options:
Central meal ordering is only available on Saturday. There is no buffet or food service at the sports hall, so we recommend pre-ordering two giant baguettes (ham tower + cheese magic).
Price: 2,000 HUF / 2 pieces, which is cheaper than regular store prices.
Camp & Competition fees
Full camp: €110pp under 18 years of age €60pp
Daily camp ticket: €40pp under 18 years of age €30pp
Lunch for Saturday: €10 for 2 baguettes
Individual competition: €25pp
Team competition: €10/per team member
Examination: Please see detailed fees on this page (paid by cash on spot!)
Cancellation policy
After July 1st, we can refund half of the camp and competition fees in justified cases; however, the ordered baguettes are non-refundable.
