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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.
WHAT'S NEW?
Our video "Naginata - A Link to the Past" is now available on DVD!
SCNF Members and Their Families in the News!
| 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 SCNF Photo Album: Some of our favorite links
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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 Naginata books/videos available! "Muscle Structure & Function" information compiled by author
Paul Riley of Naginata Shugyo; Aurora, CO.
The Hakama (traditional uniform):
Naginata picture postcard from the early 1900's |
In addition to our 7 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
This web site is published and maintained by the Southern California
Naginata Federation
and is updated regularly. Please stop by and visit us often!
You are visitor number: since May
10, 1996. This web site was last updated on July 11, 2008.
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