Cross training Iaido and Kendo - Is it right for you ?

[@catdaddy8603]

Thanks for sharing this. I've been in Kendo for 16 years and Iaido for the same. The dojo that I was with offered and encouraged both. The sensei that I was with believed that they were complementary arts even if the particular techniques differed.

[@KendoSwordsman]

You tube wouldn't allow me to link in the video without a moneytized channel so I've been forced to place it here. Here's a link to Kendo: The definitive guide by Hiroshi Ozawa Sensei : www.amazon.co.uk/Kendo-Definitive-Guide-Hiroshi-Ozawa/dp/1568365802/ref=sr_1_2?adgrpid=58597134452&dchild=1&gclid=CjwKCAiA8ov_BRAoEiwAOZogwZZBXAChGjETSjvI3pq83lA4onq3QscamiyAsEZ1iteHmM4RkvjMSxoC5GcQAvD_BwE&hvadid=259014474618&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=1007274&hvnetw=g&hvqmt=e&hvrand=11069716263354044173&hvtargid=kwd-354475300447&hydadcr=10588_1789575&keywords=kendo+the+definitive+guide&qid=1608730360&sr=8-2&tag=googhydr-21

[@Dan-jp7oc]

I have such a passion for martial arts but unfortunately there are no kendo/ jade or even kenjutsu schools in my area

[@KendoSwordsman]

Well, I suppose you could try starting one with some like minded friends perhaps. You'll need to travel further afield for guidance from established clubs but it is feasible.

[@kronoscamron7412]

Iai and kenjutsu.

[@KendoSwordsman]

Yeah, there's definitely less to separate Iai and Kenjutsu. So that makes sense. I have a few friends who train both.