Celebrating over 35 years of excellence in Naginata
Naginata is a Japanese martial art form for men, women, and children. The Naginata originated over 1,000 years ago. It was a powerful weapon against horsemen and foot soldiers alike. The naginata's length and weight made it an efficient weapon against the sword, and its circular execution made it one of the most graceful and fluid of classical Japanese combat systems. Naginata today is an art form that teaches etiquette, respect, patience, self-confidence, and self-control. The practice of Naginata nurtures stamina, beauty and grace of movement, and the building of character through discipline and concentration. Moreover, it prepares individuals to deal with the rigors of life, and in establishing a moral code based on chivalry and honor.
| A brief
history of the naginata
Additional information on the history of the naginata! Our Guest Authors: Naginata Blade Construction
Photos of a 17th century naginata blade Photos of a Koto Era blade Naginata picture postcard from the early 1900's Some of our favorite links |
About our
chief instructor: Sensei Helen Michiyo Nakano About the Southern California Naginata Federation Naginata FAQ: including where to buy equipment, Questions from our web site visitors "Muscle Structure & Function" information compiled
by author Paul Riley of Naginata Shugyo; Aurora, CO.
The Hakama (traditional uniform):
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In addition to our 5 regular dojo (school) locations,
Naginata is also taught at El Camino College
in Torrance, CA.
Call 310-532-3670 or 866-ELCAMINO (toll free) for registration
information, or email admissionshelp@elcamino.edu
Where can I get more information?
Please check our
FAQ first if you have questions concerning our school
locations, where to buy equipment, sword appraisal, observing our classes, joining
the SCNF, etc.
If your question is not answered in our
FAQ, then please write to us at:
Southern California
Naginata Federation
P.O. Box 11195
Torrance, CA 90510-9998.
or send
email to us at webmaster@scnf.org
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Federation
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