Iaido - "The way of the sword"
Iaido (Japanese for "way of the sword") is a martial art that does not aim to fight and defeat the opponent, but to achieve the highest possible concentration and body control and thus ultimately victory over oneself.
Basic principle
Iaido is a Japanese sword art in which the sword (katana) is drawn in such a way that it can already be used as a weapon when drawn.
The techniques are usually performed against imaginary opponents, with maximum concentration, precision and body control taking centre stage.
Procedure and training
Training is mainly in the form of fixed sequences of movements (kata) that simulate typical sword-fighting situations.
A kata usually consists of four elements: Drawing the sword and first cut (Nuki Tsuke), further cuts (Kiri Tsuke), shaking off blood (Chiburi) and returning the sword to the scabbard (Noto).
Beginners train with wooden swords, advanced practitioners with blunt training swords (Iaitō), experienced practitioners sometimes with real blades.
Goal and philosophy
The aim is not to defeat an opponent, but to perfect the technique and train the mind and body.
Mental control, etiquette and mindfulness play a central role.
Special features
In contrast to other martial arts, there are hardly any partner exercises or sparring in Iaido; the focus is on individual development and the unity of body, mind and sword.
The movements are fluid, controlled and emphasise constant attention (zanshin).
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| Tuesday | 18:30 – 20:00 | All |  |
| Thursday | 18:15 – 19:15 | All | |
Gregory Schott
4th Dan,
Muso Jikiden Eishin Ryu
Dates for seminars organised by the Eishin Ryu Association can be found at http://eishin-ryu.de/.
Contact
Location
Auditorium of the
Julius Springer School
Elsa-Brandström-Strasse 8
69126 Heidelberg
We are in the Muso Jikiden Eishin Ryu in Zen Nihon Iaido Renmei (in Japan) and its European branch (Eishin Ryu Europa Shibu): http://eishin-ryu.de/) integrated.
Further information:
Eishin Ryu Europa Shibu: http://eishin-ryu.de/
Iaido group in Karlsruhe: https://www.budoclubkarlsruhe.de/angebot/kursangebot/iaido/
Iaido group in Offenburg: https://www.iaidokai.de/
Wikipedia article "Musō Jikiden Eishin Ryū": https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Musō_Jikiden_Eishin_Ryū/
In this dojo we practise Iaido as a spiritual path to inner growth and development through practice and experience. A dojo is not just a gym or a sports hall; it is a community of like-minded people and the result of many years of teaching and learning.
Iaido is more than just a martial art. It is a path to physical, mental and spiritual development that we can achieve when mind, body and soul are in harmony. We treat each other with respect and courtesy in order to create harmony within ourselves and with our partners. Etiquette is therefore an important part of the practice of Iaido.
In order to enjoy Iaido training, to create an atmosphere of mutual respect and for safety reasons, we ask you to observe the following rules of behaviour.
- Study carefully, honestly and humbly. Respect your instructor and your seniors. Take care of and assist your juniors.
- Emphasize etiquette in both yourself and those with whom you practice.
- The class is started and finished with a formal bow towards O-Sensei and the instructor.
- If you are late for class, bow in alone, after the instructor gives you permission to enter the tatami.
- Practice in a safe manner and respect the level of experience of your training partner.
- For personal safety and to protect others, remove jewelry and piercings before training.
- Observe personal hygiene before you step on the mat and practice with a clean Gi.
- If you are cut, leave the mat and dress your wound before resuming training.
- The lessons are reserved for the practice of Iaido.
In addition, anyone practicing in the dojo has to adhere to the following rules:
- Observe regulations that relate to the use of the dojo, such as legal regulations or the rules of our landlord.
- Do not be uncooperative with your partner.
- Students thought to be under the influence of alcohol or drugs will not be permitted in the dojo.
- The use of bad language is not permitted in the dojo.
- Harassment, bullying or aggressive behaviour are not tolerated.
- Do not use Iaido techniques unethically and/or illegally inside or outside the dojo.
- Do not to bring our dojo into disrepute through your words or actions.
If you fail to adhere to these basic rules repeatedly, we may ask you to leave class or the dojo.
Here you can order clothing and accessories with your own Iaido logo via our team shop. The shop is external, the PSV coordinates the offered articles. Contractual partner is the shop.
Apart from hoodies, clothing can be ordered in black or white.
