Forged in Discipline.
Inspired by Adventure.
Training mind, body, and heart through the martial way.
Forged in Discipline.
Inspired by Adventure.
Training mind, body, and heart through the martial way.
Rising Moon Warriors is Kogetsukai’s youth martial arts program, designed to help children build confidence, focus, and resilience through traditional Japanese martial arts training.
Our program balances structured physical training with age-appropriate mindfulness practices, creating a supportive environment where children learn discipline, respect, and self-control while having fun and growing together.
Classes emphasize safety, positive reinforcement, and steady personal development, helping each child progress at their own pace.
Benefits of Training
Through consistent practice, students develop skills that support both martial arts training and everyday life.
- ⚔️ Confidence & self-discipline
- 🧘 Calm focus & emotional balance
- 🤝 Friendship & community
- 💪 Strength, balance & agility
- 🎯 Sharper attention in school & daily life
- 🌱 Inner peace & resilience
- 🧩 Harmony of mind & body
Disciplines We Share
Kenjutsu
Introductory sword movement using safe training tools to develop coordination, posture, and awareness.
Jodo
Staff-based movement and paired exercises that build timing, distance, and teamwork.
Iaido
Structured forms emphasizing controlled movement, balance, and presence.
Meditation
Short, age-appropriate periods of quiet sitting and breathing, practiced occasionally to help students develop focus, calm, and respectful conduct.
Four Pillars of Swordsmanship
Our training follows four guiding principles:
Technique
- Stances
- Footwork
- Swinging angles
Fitness
- Running
- Striking
- Distances
Kata
- Forms
- Theory
- Discipline
Meditation
- Mindfullness
- Focus
- Calm
Four Pillars of Swordsmanship
Technique
- Stances
- Footwork
- Swinging angles
Fitness
- Running
- Striking
- Distances
Kata
- Forms
- Theory
- Discipline
Meditation
- Mindfullness
- Focus
- Calm
Four Pillars of Swordsmanship
Our training follows four guiding principles:
Technique
- Stances
- Footwork
- Swinging angles
Fitness
- Running
- Striking
- Distances
Kata
- Forms
- Theory
- Discipline
Meditation
- Mindfullness
- Focus
- Calm
Class Schedule & Ages
Saturdays at Daiyuzenji
Zen Temple
10:00 – 10:45 am
Young Warriors (ages 4–9)
10:45 – 12:00 pm
Advanced Young Warriors &
Pre-Teens (ages 10–14)
$45
a month
RISING MOON WARRIORS
at Daiyuzenji Temple
We’re located at
3717 N. Ravenswood Ave. #112
Chicago IL 60613
RISING MOON WARRIORS
at Daiyuzenji Temple
3717 N. Ravenswood Ave. #112
Chicago IL 60613
Kogetsukai trains at Daiyuzenji Zen Temple, our long-standing training home in Chicago.
Our Gallery
From dynamic sword techniques to serene Zen practice, watch our rising warriors grow and thrive on their martial arts journey!
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Support Rising Moon Warriors
Some families may experience financial hardship. To ensure access for all children, Rising Moon Warriors accepts optional program support through equipment donations and scholarships.
Every contribution helps us provide safe training equipment, maintain a welcoming environment, and offer reduced-cost or no-cost classes when needed.
Rising Moon Warriors is a youth program of Kogetsukai, NFP, a federally recognized 501(c)(3) charitable and educational organization (EIN: 33-1612535). Donations support our children’s programs, equipment, and community initiatives. Donations are tax-deductible as allowed by law.
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No goods or services were provided in exchange for contributions unless otherwise noted.