Iaido & Kobudo (Weapons) in Uxbridge

Iaido

Iaido is the art of the Japanese Samurai sword. An art that teaches immense concentration and self-discipline, Iaido has become a very popular Martial Art for people of all walks of life. It is a journey back to the days of the Samurai of Old Japan that in modern times helps oneself relieve the stresses of everyday pressures and develop a respect for life.

Kobudo (Weapons)

Both our Karate and Aikido programs include instruction in the use of weapons. The study of weapons use is mainly to enhance our students empty hand techniques as well as to encourage a more well rounded and experienced martial artist.

Aikido students are taught how to use a bokken (wooden sword) right from the first level. Most Aikido techniques are based on sword usage due to the original instructors' need to find a method to draw from a strength of movement which was already present in the student. Aikido students are then taught to use the jo staff as well as the tanto (wooden knife) in their subsequent training levels.

Karate students are encouraged to start learning how to train with a weapon after they have attained the orange belt level. Weapons training is mandatory after the student has obtained their blue belt in order for them to move to the higher levels in our system. Karate students are allowed to use any weapon to test and all weapons can be purchased from us. At present we offer instruction in bo, sai, tonfa, and kama as well as others.