Author: Jacob Photo credits: Dosabine, Wilson, Valeth, Mari, Francis, Warren, Jacob Revisit. Repetition. A recurring theme for this year’s training leading up to the Taikai is one of revision. To take another look into the fundamentals, ranging from the universal such as posture and drawing of the blade to the specifics for each waza. At first glance, the idea of revisiting basics seems mundane and unappealing on the surface yet this process is of critical importance that dem

This trip was a meaningful one for Genyōkan. The beginners are now progressing at a pace faster than those who came before them—reaching maturity and understanding more swiftly. This is only possible because of the collective effort of constant guidance and tutelage of overseas Senseis, the periodic joint practices at Seminars, and Dojo members. Shinsa (Grading) Results We would like to report the following achievements: Nidan (二段) - Jacob Yondan (四段) - Warren Godan (五段)- Je

Introduction The concept of Shu-Ha-Ri (守破离) is an interesting one. Read at-is, it seems to convey an opposing meaning simultaneously. Yet they are of the same path. Kata as Language, Kata as Vessels In the context of Iaido, kata is more than a collection of moves. They are also a language - a grammar of posture, timing, distance, rhythm, breathing, metsuke, perception and more. Kata encodes lessons passed down since ancient times. If every generation interprets and changes th

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Welcome, this article by one of our members, Jacob, reflects upon the concept of Ki Ken Tai no Icchi 「 気剣体の一致 」 . Jacob decided to pen...