Kendo Master
けんどうしはん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
An educator who teaches kendo techniques and spirit while managing and instructing at the dojo.
Description
Kendo Masters are specialists who teach all kendo techniques and spirit, including strikes and thrusts with the bamboo sword, footwork, and etiquette. They create training menus for the dojo, provide guidance tailored to students' levels, manage matches, conduct promotion examinations, handle safety management, and teach maintenance of protective gear. Through continuous self-cultivation, they maintain high ranks and nurture dojo students as educators who value courtesy.
Future Outlook
Demand is stable due to health trends and the self-defense boom. There is a growing trend toward international exchanges and martial arts instruction in school education.
Personality Traits
Improvement-Minded / Patient / Polite and Courteous / Strict yet Compassionate / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Culture School / Dojo Employment / Events / Independent Dojo Management / Instructor
Career Path
Dojo Student → Assistant Instructor → Assistant Master → Kendo Master → Dojo Owner → International Instructor
Required Skills
Dan Rank Examination Knowledge / Etiquette and Manners / Instruction Skills / Kendo / Safety Management
Recommended Skills
Communication Skills / Dojo Management and Operations / First Aid / Sports Psychology Basics / Venue Operations
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To correct the finer details of proper forms and movements. |
| Communication Skills | Important for precise instruction and motivation of students. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Self-cultivation and acquisition of new techniques are required. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical endurance is necessary to withstand long training sessions and match operations. |
| Planning & Organization | Organizational skills for training plans and match operations are necessary. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Minimal numerical analysis. |
Related Qualifications
- All Japan Kendo Federation Dan Ranks (Renshi, Kyoshi, Hanshi)
Aliases
- Dojo Master
- Kendo Instructor
- Martial Arts Instructor
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