While exact founding dates vary, Carleton Kendo has been active since at least the early 2000s, growing alongside the Ottawa kendo community.

Historically, practices have occurred on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays, though specific times are subject to change each semester. Joining the Club

Not religious. Bowing to kamiza respects tradition, not deity worship. No meditation or chanting required.

Carleton University’s Fieldhouse or Teraanga Commons (formerly University Centre) gym spaces – exact room assigned each semester.