LESSON DESCRIPTION: The course offerings are as follows: Course Level Dependency: (none) Beginner/Introductory... Title:Kendo 101...Course Duration: 1-2 semesters ... Coursework: Introductory Kendo- The way of the Sword, and related arts and crafts. A full S.T.R.E.A.M. based Physical Education System (Science, Technology, Relationships/Reading, Engineering, Art and Mathematics). Interpersonal communication skills, both verbal and written will be taught. Community based engagements will support leadership and opportunities. Philosophically teaching will follow Bushido-(Japanese code of Ethics). Kendo is understood to be considered life long learning, as it takes compounded learning to advance in official ranking. Course Level Dependency: Kendo 101. Title: Kendo 101H- Intermediate/Honors...Course Duration:2-4 semesters...Coursework: The student will compound their understanding and knowledge from the introductory level instruction of Kendo 101, and begin to study gear, uniform and swords. Course Level Dependency: Kendo 101H-Honors...Title: Kendo 101AP -Advanced Placement -College Level...Course Duration:2-4 Semesters...Coursework: The student will compound their understanding and knowledge from the Introductory and Honors level instruction of Kendo 101H, and begin to study BKKKH (beginner kendo kata 1-9) and "Kirikaeshi," to the degree of being able to test for official kendo rank within the Regional Federation: Pacific Northwest Kendo Federation. As well as begin to manage their own gear (Armor- Bogu), uniform and swords. Website: https://www.theredwoodsamurai.org