List of Iaido Waza

Iaido wazas are the most utilized form of training in the dojo. They can be started kneeling or standing and consist of drawing the sword, a striking or blocking technique, a swing to remove blood and finally returning the sword to its saya (scabbard). Wazas are also used to teach counter attacks.

Tora Tsuru Waza

• Shein-ken (real sword)
• Mak-ko (front assault)
• Ichi-monji (straight line)
• Ten-chi (heaven & earth)
• Ura-omote (rear and front)
• Tachi-sugata (standing posture)
• So-ko (side way)
• Geza-dome (seating defense)
• Sasoi (draw attention)
• Sure-chihai (passing each other)

Drawing/Using The Sword

• The sword (bokken, katana or wakizashi) is placed in the belt with the blade facing up.
• To draw the sword, you must first "unlock" it by pushing the tsuba with the thumb to loosen the sword.
• Next the saya is tilted outward and the hand is placed in the correct position.
• The sword is then pulled out in the way that requires keeping one hand on the saya until it is removed.
• You will then use the sword with both hands.