![]() ![]() Outside of safety issues (we would lose a lot of students if we allowed free sparring with swords, not to mention gain a lot of lawsuits), and unlike karate’s kumite, kumidachi is not sparring, but a carefully controlled exercise where the outcome is never in doubt. Many traditional practices also include partner kata, called kumidachi (組太刀). By employing these theoretical scenarios, the iaidoka learns different techniques and timing. The different kata introduce theoretical situations – attacks from different angles, attacks by multiple opponents, and aggressive tactics for the swordsman should the need arise. As an art form that teaches people to draw and cut with a sword, as well as return it safely to its scabbard, solo practice is the safest way to learn, both for the student and the people around her. ![]() Traditional Japanese swordsmanship (iaido) consists solely of kata. Kumidachi demonstration at Kashima Jingu, 2014 (Photo D. ![]() Typically, practice with sharpened swords doesn't happen until Iaidoka reach the rank of Yondan (Fourth-degree).Deborah Klens-Bigman, Ph.D. For everyone's safety, we practice with either wooden practice swords, called Bokken or Bokuto, or an Iaito, which is a dull metal sword. What you mean to ask is, "Is that thing sharp?" and no, it is not. At this time, Steve holds the rank of Sandan (Third-degree) in Iaido with the Canadian Kendo Federation. With guidance from Calgary's Iaido club, Ka Muso Kai and the support and oversight of Sensei Alexander Cook, we continue to practice and promote Iaido in Edmonton.Īs we are a student-lead dojo without a local Iaido sensei, our practices are run by Steve Munro, with the assistance of our growing network of partner dojo. We formed in September 2012 when Iaido was introduced to the Edmonton Kendo and Naginata club, now the Kita Kaze Budo Association. Iaido is practised without a direct partner or opponent, with the target being an invisible adversary, provided by the imagination of the Iaidoka. To achieve this, we practice using a standardized set of response-and-counterattack drills called Kata in an individual practice. The concept is to practice being mentally aware and ready for an attack, and react accordingly by cutting your opponent, known as Teki, while drawing the sword from its sheath or saya, then verifying the threat has been dealt with, sheathing the blade, and returning to a calm, ready state. The most common explanation is "it is the art of drawing the sword". All students and visitors 12 years and over must present proof of vaccination via QR code, or a rapid PCR test done within the last 72 hours, or a valid medical exception. ![]() The Edmonton Iaido Club is operating under the Restrictions Exemptions Program required by the Alberta Government. ![]()
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