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Iaido

Iaido is a traditional Japanese martial art focused on the precise, controlled drawing and sheathing of a katana (samurai sword). Practitioners train to develop not only physical skills but also mental discipline, coordination, and awareness. The practice emphasizes smooth, deliberate movements, often performed solo through predefined forms called kata. Iaido is as much about mindfulness and internal focus as it is about technique, aiming to cultivate calmness and readiness in the practitioner. It honors historical samurai practices and promotes character development, blending physical skill with mental clarity.