By SHARON LEE TEGLER, For The Capital
By SHARON LEE TEGLER, For The Capital
Capital Gazette Communications
Published
01/07/10
Nine-year-old John Steele strove to imitate the skillful sword thrusts of the helmeted, black robed practitioners of Kendo, a martial art demonstrated at Saturday's Fitness Expo 2010 hosted by the Severna Park Community Center.
Sharon Lee Tegler — For The Capital
From left, Kendo Master Bob Eitel of Cape St. Claire receives a glancing blow to the head from fencer Charles Johnson II of Odenton as onlookers, including Jennifer, Scott and John Steele from Round Bay, watch their Kendo match. The martial arts discipline was among the many fitness activities at this year’s Fitness Expo 2010 at the Severna Park Community Center.
He was mesmerized as Kendo Master Bob Eitel clashed with challengers Charles Johnson II and John Judge in matches at the Holy Grounds Youth Center.
Attacking fiercely with bloodcurdling screams, the agile fencers provided a dramatic visual contrast to the arched stained-glass windows of the former church. In actuality, the serene sanctuary was a perfect setting as Kendo is very...
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