There a very few places in Sydney Australia where people can train the art of Iaido.
Zen Nihon Kendo Renmei Iaido is one of the weapons classes that are taught at Bujutsu Martial Arts Centre. It is a legitimate art that originates from Japan and is recognised internationally.
Bujutsu is affiliated with the NSW Kendo Association through to the Australian Kendo Renmei through to the International Kendo Federation. Our classes are the real deal.
Please note that we do not allow beginners to use a shinken (live sword/sharp sword). Iaito’s which are a blunt sword are required.
Iaido is a pattern based sword art.
Our Zen Nihon Kendo Renmei Iaido Dan grades are registered in Tokyo, Japan and are internationally recognised grades.
The Zen Nihon Kendo Renmei is the official international organization which exercises general control over and representing Kendo, Iaido and Jodo. It was established by the Japanese government after World War II.
The Australian Kendo Renmei and the NSW Kendo Association are the Australian state and national bodies affiliated with the Zen Nihon Kendo Renmei through the International Kendo Federation.
Our free uniform offer does not apply to our Iaido classes.
Uniforms can be purchased from the Tozando store in Japan. This link will take you to a basic iaido uniform set. Please note order everything in black, except for the juban which will be white: https://tozandoshop.com/collections/iaido-uniform-sets/products/basic-tetron-iaido-uniform-set
You will also need an iaito which is a blunt training sword. It is best to speak to your teacher before you purchase a sword, so that we can work out the appropriate length of iaito you will need. Iaito can also be purchased from the Tozando store.
There is an additional membership fee of $110 for membership with the NSW Kendo Association that must be paid within 3 weeks of starting your training.
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