Want to try kyudo? You can have a taste of what it's like to practice Kyudo at MKK. You will be taught the basics of Kyudo from our senior instructors (3rd Dan and above), learn what equipment you need, and get a feel for our training style and environment. We run a few courses throughout the year.
We expect to run at least one Intro Course this year. We have limited space and would like our members to enjoy optimal training opportunity, therefore we limit the numbers of new members we accept each year. Please email us to find out the latest news regarding future Intro Courses and prices. Register your interest now so you don't miss out.
Melbourne Kyudo Kai (‘MKK’) is a not-for-profit incorporated association for the practicing, supporting and informing of Kyudo within Victoria, Australia. We started Melbourne Kyudo Kai in 2013 and incorporated in 2014 as the Victorian Kyudo Association (trading as Melbourne Kyudo Kai). In late 2017, MKK was separately incorporated and Victorian Kyudo Association was retained as a state administrative body. The club also operates under the Australian Kyudo Association (AKA), the national administrative entity.
Kyudo (弓道), with its distinctive asymmetrical longbow, is the Japanese martial art of archery. It is about the Spirit as much as it is about the Body. Hitting the target is not the goal, rather the target is hit as a result of achieving self-perfection. A strong foundation is key. We seek to striving for excellence in all areas of our lives, not just in the dojo.
If you would like to know more about Kyudo, we recommend taking a look at IKYF’s ‘About Kyudo’ page http://www.ikyf.org/about_kyudo.html. Feel free to contact us if you have questions, or come along to our introductory courses.
MKK operates on a month-by-month fee basis at $60 per month, currently training once a week at Victoria University, Footscray Park campus every Sunday from 9.30am to 12pm, and 28m shooting from 12pm - 2pm for our more experienced members. Get in touch if you'd like to observe a session.
NEW: Good news - we have recently added an extra training session every second Friday from 6 to 8pm at the same venue. This session is open to MKK members who are able to shoot and is $15 per session.
MKK have a few in-house Japanese speakers. So whether you would like to practice your Japanese, or if you have difficulty with English, we’ve got you covered!
日本語メンバーもおります。
We also aim to cultivate the traditional etiquette observed in martial arts dojos. We value respect, humility, and the safety of our members above all.
In addition to the regular training sessions, our members have the benefit of yearly seminars from generous international visitors who are 5th Dan and above, and regular interstate competitions online. Through AKA, our members also have a chance to participate in the events held by the International Kyudo Federation (“IKYF”), such as Dan gradings. MKK members currently range from Mudans (ungraded) up to 4th Dan. So no matter your level or your goal in Kyudo - to compete, grade, to learn something new, or explore the spirituality of Kyudo - we will get you there.
Miyuki recently moved to Australia from Japan, having continually practiced Kyudo since high school.
Gavin has overseen the successful grading of several students since MKK's beginning.
James assists with teaching basics to our Kyudo beginners.
Jack began his Kyudo career in Japan before joining MKK.
Tara practiced karate for 11 years before switching to Kyudo and Iaido.
Ken has recently started Kendo to complement his Kyudo training.
Rhiane is also an avid climber in addition to doing Kyudo.
Zaynah began her Kyudo career with us in 2022.
Still have questions about MKK or kyudo?
Want to observe our training sessions before you sign up to the introductory course? Or, if you have kyudo experience, want to get to know us more before joining?
We'd love to help you out by answering your questions or at least pointing you in the right direction. Email us at melbournekyudokai@gmail.com or via pressing the button 'Get in Touch' below.
Looking forward to hearing from you,
