Iaido

(The Way of the Japanese Sword)

Iaido is practiced in Japan by a large number of professionals such as doctors, lawyers and teachers who are drawn to Iaido for several reasons. 

Among these reasons is the fact that Iaido is a graceful and dignified art which does not include grappling, kicking or punching opponents, therefore, persons who must appear frequently in public do not have to worry about having bruises, black eyes and other such distracting physical features as a result of their martial arts training.

Another reason many people train is due to Iaido's ability to sharpen concentration and improve one's capacity to focus the mind.  This effect comes partly from the strict formality of the art as well as the realization that one is training to use a two and a half foot razor blade and a lapse of concentration can mean serious injury.  Most train, among all other reasons, for the purpose of helping to preserve an art which is an ancient cultural treasure.

Virtually any adult can engage in Iaido training.  Iaido is an art which can be practiced by almost anyone regardless of their age since it is somewhat kinder to your body (especially the joints) than Karate, Judo, Jujitsu, Tae Kwon Do and some of the other martial arts.

The techniques of our system of Iaido, are highly respected in local and national tournament competition. 

Many of our students have not only competed in several major martial arts tournaments across the country, but they have also won in each of their respective divisions.  This is because of the extreme attention to detail that Master Wyatt emphasizes.

Each student is not only trained in the proper use of the sword, but they are also trained in the proper etiquette and the history of the art.  In addition, they each practice their kata and techniques endlessly.  Through the constant practicing and training of the mind and body, Master Wyatt and his Iaido students have become a dominant force for competition in every tournament arena.

If you have interest in practicing this sacred art, please contact Master Wyatt at (240) 461-8143.  Classes are limited to a maximum of ten participants on a first come-first serve basis.

Master Wyatt and the members of Team Iaido

Iaido students practice with the bokken at  Master Wyatt's outdoor weapons training session at Historical Fort Washington National Park. 

 At the Spring Outdoor Workshop, Master Wyatt demonstrates

one of  the deadly cutting techniques used by Iaido practicioners.

MATSUOKA YOSHITAKA SENSEI
Hachidan Kyoshi

SHINKAGE RYU IAIDO

                Using his Katana and his Wakizashi,

                 Master Wyatt defends himself against two would-be attackers