Join us in April for our International Swordsmanship (iaido) and Japanese Archery (Kyudo) seminars offering more than technique: they offer a path—discipline over distraction, respect over ego, and calm under pressure. Come to celebrate, come to learn, and leave with something that lasts—new friends, renewed purpose, and the quiet confidence that comes from training the body, sharpening the mind, and strengthening the spirit.
Kyudo Seminar details
International Kyudo Seminar Program
We are honored to present the following two-day seminar program devoted to the study and practice of Kyudo, including fundamentals, hassetsu, makiwara, target shooting, etiquette, and technical refinement, concluding with formal examination on the second day.
Day 1 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM9:00 AM – 9:15 AM
Opening Ceremony, Reiho, and Warm-Up
Formal opening, etiquette, stretching, and preparation for training.
9:15 AM – 10:15 AM
Fundamentals Review
Instruction in posture, ashibumi, dozukuri, yugamae, and the foundational elements of correct shooting.
10:15 AM – 10:30 AM
Morning Break
10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Hassetsu Practice
Detailed study and repetition of the eight stages of shooting, with emphasis on sequence, balance, and form.
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Lunch Period
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Makiwara Practice
Close-range shooting practice to develop correct release, expansion, and follow-through.
2:00 PM – 2:15 PM
Afternoon Break
2:15 PM – 3:15 PM
Sharei / Etiquette Practice
Practice of formal movement, reiho, entering and leaving the shajo, and maintaining composure in group shooting.
3:15 PM – 3:30 PM
Break
3:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Review, Questions, and Closing Reiho
Review of the day’s material, instructor feedback, and formal closing.
Day 2 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM9:00 AM – 9:15 AM
Opening Reiho and Warm-Up
Formal opening, etiquette, and physical preparation for the second day.
9:15 AM – 10:15 AM
Hassetsu Review
Correction and refinement of the shooting sequence, with emphasis on timing, line, and consistency.
10:15 AM – 10:30 AM
Morning Break
10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Target Shooting Practice
Shooting at mato with attention to proper form, composure, zanshin, and continuity of movement.
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Lunch Period
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Sharei Practice
Continued work on formal shooting procedure, group timing, etiquette, and presentation.
2:00 PM – 2:15 PM
Afternoon Break
2:15 PM – 2:45 PM
Technical Review and Final Preparation
Focused instruction and final corrections in preparation for examination.
2:45 PM – 4:00 PM
Examination / Shinsa and Closing Remarks
Formal examination period followed by final comments and closing reiho.
We are honored to present the following two-day seminar program devoted to the study and practice of Kyudo, including fundamentals, hassetsu, makiwara, target shooting, etiquette, and technical refinement, concluding with formal examination on the second day.
Day 1 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM9:00 AM – 9:15 AM
Opening Ceremony, Reiho, and Warm-Up
Formal opening, etiquette, stretching, and preparation for training.
9:15 AM – 10:15 AM
Fundamentals Review
Instruction in posture, ashibumi, dozukuri, yugamae, and the foundational elements of correct shooting.
10:15 AM – 10:30 AM
Morning Break
10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Hassetsu Practice
Detailed study and repetition of the eight stages of shooting, with emphasis on sequence, balance, and form.
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Lunch Period
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Makiwara Practice
Close-range shooting practice to develop correct release, expansion, and follow-through.
2:00 PM – 2:15 PM
Afternoon Break
2:15 PM – 3:15 PM
Sharei / Etiquette Practice
Practice of formal movement, reiho, entering and leaving the shajo, and maintaining composure in group shooting.
3:15 PM – 3:30 PM
Break
3:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Review, Questions, and Closing Reiho
Review of the day’s material, instructor feedback, and formal closing.
Day 2 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM9:00 AM – 9:15 AM
Opening Reiho and Warm-Up
Formal opening, etiquette, and physical preparation for the second day.
9:15 AM – 10:15 AM
Hassetsu Review
Correction and refinement of the shooting sequence, with emphasis on timing, line, and consistency.
10:15 AM – 10:30 AM
Morning Break
10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Target Shooting Practice
Shooting at mato with attention to proper form, composure, zanshin, and continuity of movement.
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Lunch Period
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Sharei Practice
Continued work on formal shooting procedure, group timing, etiquette, and presentation.
2:00 PM – 2:15 PM
Afternoon Break
2:15 PM – 2:45 PM
Technical Review and Final Preparation
Focused instruction and final corrections in preparation for examination.
2:45 PM – 4:00 PM
Examination / Shinsa and Closing Remarks
Formal examination period followed by final comments and closing reiho.
Iaido Seminar details |
International Iaido Seminar Program
We are honored to present the following two-day seminar program featuring instruction in Toyama-ryu kata, kumitachi, Battodo forms, Gunto Soho, and tameshigiri, concluding with formal testing on the second day.
Day 1 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM9:00 AM – 9:15 AM
Opening Ceremony, Reiho, and Warm-Up
Formal opening, etiquette, stretching, and preparation for training.
9:15 AM – 10:15 AM
Toyama Kata
Practice of foundational solo forms emphasizing posture, cutting lines, noto, and correct movement.
10:15 AM – 10:30 AM
Morning Break
10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Toyama Kumitachi
Paired kata training focused on distancing, timing, control, and awareness with a partner.
11:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Gunto Soho Practice
Practice of military-style sword handling with attention to form, bearing, and correct execution.
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Lunch Period
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Batto Seitei
Study of standardized Battodo forms with attention to precision, efficiency, and technical consistency.
2:00 PM – 2:15 PM
Afternoon Break
2:15 PM – 3:15 PM
Batto Chuden
Intermediate-level forms emphasizing sequencing, combative awareness, and refinement of technique.
3:15 PM – 3:30 PM
Break
3:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Review, Questions, and Closing Reiho
Review of the day’s material, instructor feedback, and formal closing.
Day 2 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM9:00 AM – 9:15 AM
Opening Reiho and Warm-Up
Formal opening, etiquette, and physical preparation for the second day of training.
9:15 AM – 10:00 AM
Toyama Kata Review
Review and correction of solo forms with emphasis on detail, rhythm, and polish.
10:00 AM – 10:15 AM
Morning Break
10:15 AM – 11:00 AM
Toyama Kumitachi Review
Continued paired practice to strengthen timing, distancing, composure, and execution.
11:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Gunto Soho Review
Further practice and refinement of Gunto Soho movements and presentation.
11:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Batto Seitei Review
Focused review of standardized forms to reinforce proper technical performance.
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Lunch Period
1:00 PM – 1:30 PM
Batto Chuden Review
Further refinement of intermediate forms and preparation for testing.
1:30 PM – 2:15 PM
Tameshigiri
Supervised cutting practice emphasizing safety, hasuji, targeting, and cutting control.
2:15 PM – 2:30 PM
Afternoon Break
2:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Testing / Shinsa and Closing Remarks
Formal examination period followed by concluding comments and final reiho.
We are honored to present the following two-day seminar program featuring instruction in Toyama-ryu kata, kumitachi, Battodo forms, Gunto Soho, and tameshigiri, concluding with formal testing on the second day.
Day 1 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM9:00 AM – 9:15 AM
Opening Ceremony, Reiho, and Warm-Up
Formal opening, etiquette, stretching, and preparation for training.
9:15 AM – 10:15 AM
Toyama Kata
Practice of foundational solo forms emphasizing posture, cutting lines, noto, and correct movement.
10:15 AM – 10:30 AM
Morning Break
10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Toyama Kumitachi
Paired kata training focused on distancing, timing, control, and awareness with a partner.
11:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Gunto Soho Practice
Practice of military-style sword handling with attention to form, bearing, and correct execution.
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Lunch Period
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Batto Seitei
Study of standardized Battodo forms with attention to precision, efficiency, and technical consistency.
2:00 PM – 2:15 PM
Afternoon Break
2:15 PM – 3:15 PM
Batto Chuden
Intermediate-level forms emphasizing sequencing, combative awareness, and refinement of technique.
3:15 PM – 3:30 PM
Break
3:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Review, Questions, and Closing Reiho
Review of the day’s material, instructor feedback, and formal closing.
Day 2 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM9:00 AM – 9:15 AM
Opening Reiho and Warm-Up
Formal opening, etiquette, and physical preparation for the second day of training.
9:15 AM – 10:00 AM
Toyama Kata Review
Review and correction of solo forms with emphasis on detail, rhythm, and polish.
10:00 AM – 10:15 AM
Morning Break
10:15 AM – 11:00 AM
Toyama Kumitachi Review
Continued paired practice to strengthen timing, distancing, composure, and execution.
11:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Gunto Soho Review
Further practice and refinement of Gunto Soho movements and presentation.
11:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Batto Seitei Review
Focused review of standardized forms to reinforce proper technical performance.
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Lunch Period
1:00 PM – 1:30 PM
Batto Chuden Review
Further refinement of intermediate forms and preparation for testing.
1:30 PM – 2:15 PM
Tameshigiri
Supervised cutting practice emphasizing safety, hasuji, targeting, and cutting control.
2:15 PM – 2:30 PM
Afternoon Break
2:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Testing / Shinsa and Closing Remarks
Formal examination period followed by concluding comments and final reiho.