Join us in celebrating the newest Kendama USA Pro; Zachary Magnuson! Zach\’s dedication to the sport and community can be seen in his progression as both a player, a member of the community, and a videographer. Zach began his Kendama journey in 2014, while in high school and started competing shortly after. We first met […]
Zach Magnuson Goes Pro | Kendama USA Read this post
CCS tama•Keyaki Ozora Ken The CCS•keyaki is a very sentimental setup to me. I used it to compete in MKO which was my first real event. Not to mention the colors go extremely well together. Natty Classic I\’ve been jamming my natty classic non stop and has grown to become one of my go
Miya Song Top 5 DAMA Setups Read this post
The 2nd Annual Let’s Dama event in Long Beach, CA was an amazing event. It was put on by local LA crew; LEZDAMA. Over 100 people attended the day long event as did sponsored players and vendors from several different companies. Many sponsored players that attended the event showed up with some fantastic giveaways. One
LEZDAMA – "Let's Dama" 2 Read this post
We are honored, humbled, and excited to announce Dave Mateo as the newest member of the Kendama USA Pro Team. Dave brings a unique flow, energy, and style to the world of Kendama. Dave’s raw talent, passion, and dedication continues to be an inspiration to countless Kendama players around the globe. He has been a
Dave Mateo Turns Pro for Kendama USA Read this post
People often talk about a \’flow state\’. Where water flows, there is life. This edit showcases some of the Los Angeles local kendama players on a trip to el rio Kern. California\’s drought has made everyone more aware of conserving and appreciating our natural resources. Kendama USA supports getting outside, spending time with your friends,
Kendama USA Presents – Los Angeles Flow Read this post
Here at Kendama USA, we believe that playing Kendama can be an eye-opening part of a complete adventure and sporting lifestyle. The Kendama USA team believes in the Japanese philosophy of Kaizen, a striving for constant improvement of one\’s self. Many of the team members pursue other hobbies with the same deep fervor that helped
Dama Day Off with Colin Sander – Bouldering in PA Read this post
Kendama USA gives you a behind-the-scenes look at the weekly session in Los Angeles, CA at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art. Their outdoor sculpture \’Urban Light\’ is a meeting place for friends, tourists, dancers, couples, jugglers, and now Kendama Players on Tuesday nights from 8-10 PM. In our second LACMA lights video, Kristian
LACMA lights tuesday session – Farewell to Kristian Read this post
Enjoy an inside look at the attitudes and techniques of Keith Matsumura as he experiences a spring in Colorado. Kendama, school, skating, skiing, are all part of Keith’s embracing of the ‘kaizen’ attitude- Continually improving ones self. Keith teamed up with Colin Sander to create a short film that would capture these insights and hopefully
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Enjoy an inside-look at the National Kendama Retreat weekend, held at camp Wasewagan in Angelus Oaks, CA. During the fun-filled weekend of contests, video-shoots, instruction, exploration, and team bonding… there was still time to get some extra trick footage with the Kendama USA crew as well as plenty of friends. See you all next year!
Behind the Scenes @ NKR 2015 Read this post
Good times at the 2015 NY Toy Fair. Maybe Fox News doesn\’t get it yet, but that\’s ok. They\’ll catch up eventually. Check out their news coverage of the NYC toy fair including Kendamas where our very own Pros can been seen below. Read the full story here.
Kendama USA "Hipsters" Featured on Fox News at Toy Fair 2015 Read this post
The NYC Toy Fair is the largest Toy Fair in the world. 2014 was our third year in the show and we are about to head out to our fourth. Each year the Kendama USA crew heads out and jams kendama all day and night for 4 days at the fair. Even with all the
Kendama USA presents – The Toy Fair experience – 2014 Read this post
As the SoCal kendama scene grows, Kendama USA wanted to show it\’s support by hosting a grassroots event where people can meet fellow players, learn new tricks, and expose kendama to those who might not see it otherwise. Colin Sander, Kristian Aynedter, and Micah Marsh host the \’Sesh @ The Lights\’… a jam every 1st
Sesh @ The Lights #2 With Colin Sander. Read this post
Japan this year was a unique experience. We were deeper into the country than we had ever been before. The entire team was together for the very first time. With obligations like the Kendama World Cup, it wasn\’t easy to find time to just play and lace some tricks. We worked in some stompage for
Kendama USA – Japan 2014 Read this post
Kendama USA TRIBE team member Wyatt Bray unleashes more of his signature slayage on Kendama USA\’s new full-purpleheart setup. Watch as Wyatt plays the conditions on a rainy day, laying down tons of never-before-seeen combos.
Wyatt Brayy – One Hour with the Kendama USA Purpleheart Read this post
