Musō Jikiden Eishin-ryū ​Iaido

Iaido is a subset of kenjutsu (Japanese swordplay) focused on drawing the sword, responding to an attack, and then putting the sword away. Originally developed to deal with surprise attacks and similar unexpected life or death situations, Iaido has changed over the years. Modern Iaido keeps the forms and techniques established long ago and focuses them inward for mental, physical and spiritual self improvement. 

Each practice consists of learning and refining solo forms performed with a bokken (wooden sword), or an iaito (unsharpened metal sword) for more advanced students. Each class also includes a variety of stepping and cutting drills to reinforce fundamental skills.

At Ohio Budokan we train in Muso Jikiden Eishin-ryu, a well established style with roughly 450 years of history. Our study group is lead by David Whitecar who has over 10yrs experience training in kenjutsu and operates under the guidance of Nicklaus Suino, Director of Training at the Japanese Martial Arts Center in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

Students must be 16 years of age. This class does have uniform and equipment requirements.

Class Times
Saturday 9:00-10:00am
Sunday 9:00-10:00am

Pricing
Class dues are $80/mo this fee will grant you access to two classes a week as well as special dojo events held throughout the year. If you have a friend or family member join you, you each will only need to pay $60/mo. Payments are made on a monthly basis, due the first week of each month. There are no contracts, and the first class is free.

Contact
Please feel free to contact us via Facebook or Instagram. You may also stop in during any of our scheduled classes.

Mx. Whitecar at Itten Dojo in Pennsylvania

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