EPISODE · Sep 29, 2020 · 56 MIN
#024 Makiko Ara (Kendo) - Canada
from Tokushikai Inside Look · host Patrick Suen
Makiko Ara is from Vancouver, Canada, and has been training for over 30 years, during which time she’s participated in several World Championships as a member of the National Team. Makiko holds the rank of Renshi 6-Dan, and is a director and VP - West of the Canadian Kendo Federation. In today’s conversation, we talked about her experiences growing up in Kendo and developing into a leader and role model for girls and women in the sport. Her dedication to the next generation of practitioners has helped make the Renbu Kendo Club a beacon for young kenshi across Canada. To get the latest on what we’re up to at Tokushikai Canada, subscribe to our newsletter at https://subscribe.tokushikai.ca, and find us on Facebook and Instagram @tokushikai.canada, and on Youtube at https://www.youtube.com/c/tokushikaicanada
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Makiko Ara is from Vancouver, Canada, and has been training for over 30 years, during which time she’s participated in several World Championships as a member of the National Team. Makiko holds the rank of Renshi 6-Dan, and is a director and VP - West of the Canadian Kendo Federation. In today’s conversation, we talked about her experiences growing up in Kendo and developing into a leader and role model for girls and women in the sport. Her dedication to the next generation of practitioners has helped make the Renbu Kendo Club a beacon for young kenshi across Canada. To get the latest on what we’re up to at Tokushikai Canada, subscribe to our newsletter at https://subscribe.tokushikai.ca, and find us on Facebook and Instagram @tokushikai.canada, and on Youtube at https://www.youtube.com/c/tokushikaicanada
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