Our Club

The University of Buffalo Kendo Club was founded over 20 years ago by our Sensei, Sam Cappiello (7 Dan). Seeking to expand and cultivate his own art and to share the experience of Kendo with new initiates, Sam Cappiello founded UB's first Kendo dojo in the winter of 2003 at the university's North Campus. 

On January 22nd, 2004, UB Kendo officially met for the first time. Today the club has grown to become one of the largest martial arts clubs at the University of Buffalo. The club welcomes students across all backgrounds, requiring no prior experience in Kendo—just a positive attitude and a willingness to learn.  Many students have joined to not only enjoy a challenging sport but to have the common goal of self improvement.