Sword Class NYC

Sword Class NYC
East Harlem, Manhattan
1944 Madison Ave
At E 125th St
New York, New York 10035

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Description

Sword Class NYC was founded in 2009, as a satellite school of the Sung Moo Kwan Kendo Academy, the largest school of its type in the United States. Sword Class NYC is the only school in the United States that offers both eastern and western sword styles side-by-side, encouraging exploration and discourse between the divergent forms. The official name of Sword Class NYC is Sung Do Kwan (in Korean – Seitokan in Japanese), which means ‘Academy of the Sacred Sword.’

Reviews of Sword Class NYC

(4.4-star rating across 66 reviews)

Iaido: Siljun Dobup Trial Session (Beginner)

Reviewed by Marcos R. on 8/19/2019

Great class, Teachers very knowledgeable and nice.
HEMA Longsword Trial Session (Beginner)

Anonymous review on 7/25/2019

Something new to try
Kendo (Beginner)

Reviewed by Cynthia A. on 2/18/2019

We loved this class! We joined several other students, some experienced, others beginners like ourselves. The instructor was great and patient. What a fun experience for all ages.
Spear and Pole Weapons Trial Session

Reviewed by Thomas C. on 11/5/2018

Great class. Excellent teacher.
HEMA Longsword Trial Session (Beginner)

Anonymous review on 3/27/2018

Awesome! Wish it starts at 615pm
HEMA Longsword Trial Session (Beginner)

Anonymous review on 1/28/2018

The instructor was great and we enjoyed our time at the class. One note, the facility offers 3 beginner classes in rotation (2 on sword motions and 1 on footwork), but they aren't marked distinctly online. We took the footwork class which as I said, was a very good experience and the teacher was phenomenal, but we would probably have preferred to start with the sword motions so I wish they were listed on the site.
Light Saber Fitness Kids & Youth Age 5-12 Trial Session

Anonymous review on 11/12/2017

Master Ben was great! Can't wait for next weeks class!!
Community Lightsaber Class (Ages 5-12)

Reviewed by Kajuan L. on 8/5/2017

Love it
Community Lightsaber Class (Ages 5-12)

Reviewed by Justyna R. on 4/29/2017

Was awesome, teacher was very good at explaining exercise and to the point
HEMA Longsword Trial Session (Beginner)

Reviewed by Joey D. on 4/26/2017

Fun class! I enjoyed the historical aspects of the training. Now have to try to fit it in my schedule!
HEMA Longsword Trial Session (Beginner)

Anonymous review on 4/12/2017

This class was tons of fun! We are definitely going to sign up for more!
HEMA Longsword Trial Session (Beginner)

Reviewed by nikko c. on 1/29/2017

it was great, kind teacher. I had a great time.
HEMA Longsword Trial Session (Beginner)

Anonymous review on 1/4/2017

The staff was very friendly and professional. However, anyone interested in this class needs to know it is quite physically demanding. After my first practice my arms were sore and carrying things was a bother. Lastly, absolutely do not feel intimidated; especially if you are a girl or are not very athletic. Its very fun, learning an art of murder!
HEMA Longsword Trial Session (Beginner)

Anonymous review on 10/24/2016

The class was fine and the instructor was very good really smart and enthusiastic. There were a couple of helpers there who were also good. The owner of the place was not very friendly however and could use some customer service skills, which ruined the experience somewhat. I wouldn't say that to his face though - what with it being a sword fighting class and all.
HEMA Longsword Trial Session (Beginner)

Anonymous review on 9/14/2015

Fun, not too difficult. AMAZING instructor!
Siljun Dobup ("Real Sword")- Beginner/Intro

Reviewed by Leia DeSousa on 8/29/2014

The class was interesting and informative, but my brother and I felt the entire time like the instructor resented us being there. He seemed annoyed that we weren't remember everything and executing it perfectly. A shame; it could have been extremely enjoyable.
Kendo Trial Session (Beginner)

Reviewed by Bradley Schwartz on 7/14/2014

The class was fabulous, the instructor as well
Youth Class

Reviewed by Azlan Landry on 6/27/2014

it was a very good class
HEMA Longsword Trial Session (Beginner)

Reviewed by Inka Z. on 4/8/2019
Kendo Trial Session (Beginner)

Reviewed by Emma H. on 1/7/2019

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Review Summary by CourseHorse

Students who have taken classes at Sword Class NYC have had a positive experience overall. They find the instructors to be knowledgeable, patient, and enthusiastic. Both beginners and experienced students have enjoyed the classes, with one review mentioning that it was a fun experience for all ages. Some students appreciated the historical aspects of the training and enjoyed learning the art of murder. Others found the class physically demanding and felt soreness in their arms after their first practice. They still found the class to be enjoyable. People have mentioned that they are looking forward to signing up for more classes and are excited for the next week's class. Direct quotes: - "What a fun experience for all ages." - "The instructor was great and we enjoyed our time at the class..." - "The class was interesting and informative..."