Iaijutsu
"Iaijutsu," also referred
historically as Batto jutsu,
is the art of drawing and cutting with a Japanese sword. Iaijutsu
techniques evolved so that a samurai could regain or
take the initiative against his opponent(s) from an inherent
tactical disadvantage - his sword being in its scabbard.
Iaijutsu was often focused on non-battlefield scenarios,
such as in social settings or encounters in the streets, alleys or
on trails. Any threat would need to be rapidly, even
instinctively, identified and responded to immediately.
Active iaijutsu study groups have formed at these dojos and
times:
Ocean
State Affiliated Kenpo Academy in Johnston:
Thursday Evenings, 07:00
- 08:30 p.m.
Weekend Classes (Ad-hoc times for Fall)
Contact the instructors.
Dojo Location: 1408 1/2 Atwood
Avenue, Johnson, RI 02919
Dojo Phone: 401-454-5425
The
Martial Arts Complex in Pawtucket:
Contact the instructor for current
class times.
Dojo Location: 118 Littlefield
Street, Pawtucket, RI 02861
Dojo Phone: 401-724-2250
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