Very unpopular opinion (keep your cursor hovering over downvote button): I think its okay to do it without an instructor, but just if you are willing to "empty your bowl" when finally being accepted into a proper Dojo or moving close to one. Suggestions for Exercise in Gym Which Promotes Iai Posture and Practice?įitness training for kendo (home alone) from ZNKR Some addition tips on health and fitness:Īm I physically healthy enough for iaido?
What equipment do I need to start practicing iaido- please help Resources for experienced martial artist looking to start Iaido. Even non-weapon arts like judo or karate will have benefits you'll get fit and learn some of the culture and etiquette. Try looking for kendo (Japanese fencing), jodo (short staff), and naginata (polearm). There are many ways to get fit: you can go to the gym, do yoga, take singing lessons, meditate, etc., so find something you will stick with.Īlternatively, you can try a different Japanese martial art.
You can also learn to breathe from the diaphragm. Most Japanese martial arts require sitting in seiza, a kneeling position, which requires leg strength and flexibility. You don't need to be an Olympic athlete but good physical and mental fitness is always a plus. What can I do until I can find an instructor? People study iai for decades because there is always something to be improved. No matter how athletic and talented you are, you don't know what you don't know. The more you practice, the more bad habits you will ingrain. You should stop and wait for proper instruction. I'm pretty good / it doesn't seem that hard / I've already mastered the basics. Training with an instructor also means there is somebody to assist with first-aid in case of an accident. You shouldn't train with any weapon without proper instruction. A bokken (wooden sword) may be safer than a shinken (sharp sword) but it is still a weapon in its own right. I already bought a bokken / iaito / katana / shinken / etc.Īll of the tools used to train iai are weapons and are dangerous. There are many reference materials available but these are designed as additional references for people already studying with an instructor. Media cannot judge or correct your technique. If the instructor is unable to accommodate you in some other way, you will have to be patient until your circumstances change.Īre there books or videos I can learn from?īooks and video are not a substitute for in-person instruction. There's an instructor nearby but training is while I am working / at school / busy.Īgain, this is unfortunate but a steady income and an education will benefit you far more in the 21st century than skill with a sword. If you explain your circumstances, some instructors may be willing to work with you even if you can only attend a small number of training sessions a year. This is unfortunate but you will either need to travel or be patient until you can move closer. Any legit teacher will be able to provide you with their qualifications. Qualifications come in many forms but for modern iaido it often comes from a national or regional federation. Iai / iaido / iaijutsu requires in-person tuition from a qualified instructor or the designated representative of one. Here are some answers to frequently asked questions. A common question, made more common by the Corona Virus pandemic of 2020, is: "Can I learn iaido alone?" The short answer is "no" but often the person asking deserves a more detailed answer that addresses their personal circumstances.
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