Iaido is NOT a way to learn flashy, movie-style swordplay. The style practiced by the Iaido Club of Geneseo is the Muso Jikiden Eishin-Ryu as well as Zen Ken Ren Seitei iai. Kata are not performed against other people, so iaido is quite safe. Iaido is the art of simultaneously drawing and cutting with the katana, and students of this art primarily practice prearranged solo routines called kata. They must also have proper attire, iaito and sageo.Iaido, pronounced e-eye-do, is an ancient Japanese martial art which uses the katana, or Japanese sword. Students may challenge ikkyu as soon as they are fully familiar with the etiquette and the Zen Ken Ren Iai techniques. Kyu gradings are also held every May in Guelph at the annual long weekend seminar. The Canadian Kendo Federation conducts examinations for Iaido students every December (Eastern Canada). At kyu grade levels below ikkyu it is preferred but not strictly required.Īt Shidokan the use of a Shinken (live blade sword) during practice is allowed only to students holding the rank of 3rd Dan or up with permission of our Sensei. A sageo (cord) must be used at all dan levels and ikkyu. At lower grades, shinken (sharp blades) are not permitted. Ornamental and western swords are not acceptable. Eventually, the student should acquire a proper Iaito (non-sharpened Japanese training sword). Initially, the student may use a bokken or bokuto (wooden sword).
- T-shirts may not be worn but an under-gi (juban) is permissible.- The neckline at the front should meet close to the base of the throat and should not loosen.- The back, front and sides of the uwagi should not bulge.- The hakama and uwagi should be black, dark blue or white.As soon as possible, the student should acquire a proper Iaido or Kendo uwagi (top) and hakama (Pant/skirt).
Uniform Initially, any type of loose clothing is acceptable, although an obi (wide belt) and kneepads are recommended. We hope these introductional videos might help you acquire a deeper meaning of the Samurai Sword: Etiquette includes proper attitude and demeanour, respect for the sword and for your fellow students. Careful handling of the sword should be practiced to ensure safety - check your equipment before class to ensure its soundness. Students should bow upon entering and leaving the dojo, perform a standing bow to shomen and a sitting bow to the sword. It is the intention of the instructors of the Iaido class to teach "traditional" Iaido, including etiquette, which is an important part of this practice.
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