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I bought a Japanese sword on E-Bay - can I use it for Iaido practice?Īt its most basic level Iaido is the traditional Japanese martial art of drawing, cutting, and re-sheathing a katana (a particular type of Japanese sword).

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How fit do I have to be to start Iaido training?.

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How do you pronounce Iaido and what meaning has it?.

It is a very hard and intense discipline and will require a lifetime commitment for progress.

The truth is Iai and Japanese Swordsmanship is NOT for everyone. The Iaido FAQ is a list of general questions that may help you decide on whether Iaido is the right discipline for you. Students must be 13 years of age or older to join the class.įor more information, contact OKC Iaido at or call (918) 935-8364.Iaido FAQ A Q & A for the Beginner By Paul 'Batman' O'Brien B.A., N.C.E.H.S., Dip. When the student is ready for an Iaito, the instructor will give guidance to reputable vendors of quality training equipment. Imitation samurai swords, (MogiTou) sold for display, are generally unsafe for Iaido practice and will not be allowed in class. Also, eventually the student will need to obtain an approved Iaito (unsharpened training sword, usually aluminum). Eventually the student will need to obtain standard Iaido clothing: Keiko Gi (top), Hakama, Obi (belt). To begin the class students will need workout clothing (long pants such as sweats, and a t-shirt) and a bokken (wooden training sword).

Like us on Facebook EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS Classes are led by Edward Smith Rokudan (6th Dan) Renshi (teacher). We follow the teachings of the 23rd Soke, Fukui Masato Soke, leader of the Eishin Ryu Seitokai Iaido Association and president of the Zen Nihon Iaido Renmei (ZNIR, All Japan Iaido Federation). The iaido group at Windsong is directly connected with John Ray Sensei, Hachidan (8th Dan) Hanshi (master teacher), who heads The Dojo in Denton, Texas, and through him with Tanida Sensei, Jyudan (10th Dan) Hanshi (master teacher) Menkyo Kaiden holder and kancho of the Chiba Dojo, Chiba City, Japan. Muso Jikiden Eishin Ryu Iaido is one of the oldest traditional sword schools of Japan, beginning about 450 years ago.