Battodo Fudokan London – Japanese Sword School is a martial arts school located in London, UK. Their focus is on the practise of Japanese swordsmanship, requiring a unique approach to breathing, mind, and body. The school offers various courses and training programmes for different levels of experience.
Their New Beginners Course is designed to introduce participants to the basic stances, cutting and thrusting techniques, and the first two basic kata (forms) of Japanese swordsmanship. In addition, the classes include a sequence of Tanren exercises, which are forging exercises that promote coordination of movement through the tanden (body centre) and the cultivation of Zanshin (mental stability). The classes take place at Haggerston School South Gym, located at Dunloe Street, with convenient transportation options via Hoxton Overground.
The cost for all events at Battodo Fudokan London is 425, with an early bird booking discount available for 350 before February 15th. This cost includes public liability insurance and documentation, as well as Sunday lunch. However, grading fees or IBF renewal fees are not included.
One of the highlights of the school is their course called “KURIKARA: The Sword and the Serpent,” which explores the eight basic principles of swordsmanship in Japanese sword schools. This course is led by accomplished martial artist John Evans, who provides practical examples from his experience with the sword arts, as well as Mikkyo and shugendo (mountain asceticism). John Evans is known for being the first foreign student to train with Nakamura Taisaburo sensei, who is widely acknowledged as the master of the sword art battodo. Through the course, Evans explains how to systematically develop swordsmanship skills through tanren.
Battodo Fudokan London focuses on two main swordsmanship styles: Nakamura Ryu Battodo and Kurikara Ryu Hei Ho. Nakamura Ryu Battodo is a distillation of traditional Japanese swordsmanship developed by one of the most respected swordsmen of the 20th century, Nakamura Taisaburo. On the other hand, Kurikara Ryu Hei Ho is a comprehensive system of external and internal training that aims to remove obstacles in the mind and body, allowing for a natural and spontaneous wielding of the sword.
To stay updated with the latest courses and events offered by Battodo Fudokan London, you can join their mailing list on their website. For further inquiries or information, you can contact the school through their email address info@battodo-fudokan. Com. The school also has a presence on social media platforms like Instagram and Facebook, where you can find more insights and updates about their training programmes and events.
