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Thanks for the info guys, I really appreciate it.
To briefly clarify: When I mentioned "sport", I meant it in the context of say like competitions, judging or whatever. Only because it seems counterintuitive. I have the same problem with martial arts. (not a big deal though, just a preference).
I wasn't really looking for a "self-protection" type of purpose (that's what guns are for) but rather, to learn something new, a new skill etc. It just seems interesting to me, like archery.
Cost isn't a problem as the school provides all the equipment.
Sparring should be the fun part. I don't mind losing in general just because that's how I get better and stuff. When I refer to individual, I mean "without teamates."
The real 'issue' I suppose is one of form and style. If Kendo really is like "bopping each other over the head with sticks" as oppose to other skills then maybe I would lean towards fencing. What exactly is Kendo anyways? I can't seem to recall ever seeing it.
Anyways, thanks again for your opinions, I found it helpful and useful.
With regards to fencing, you mentioned rapier. Now, aren't there many different types of fencing: foil, epee, rapier, cutlass etc?
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