WHAT DO I WEAR FOR CLASS?

Wear comfortable loose clothing suitable for easy movements is recommended, avoid clothes with too many metallic buckles or large protruding pieces. Knee pads are highly recommended since there will be plenty of kneeling.
If you decide to later on, dogi and hakama can be used.

Either black or white dogi tops with black hakama are preferred.
No embroidery of any kind (other than your name) is allowed on the uniforms. 

WHAT ABOUT EQUIPMENT?

i) Wooden swords are generally used in the beginning. We can provide them until you are ready to make the investment yourself.
(As there are various quality as well as safety issues, please consult us before buying.)
ii) Practice Iaido swords (居合刀/模擬刀) can be expensive, and due to safety reasons, consult us before making the purchase.
NO ONE IS ALLOWED TO USE A REAL SWORD (真剣) before obtaining third dan.

IS THERE A MEMBERSHIP FEE?

There is an initial joining fee and subsequent monthly fee.
This is used for running costs such as rental, equipment purchases and maintenance etc. 

For further information, please email us.

WHAT ABOUT GRADING SYSTEM?

Grading examinations (for eligible candidates only) up to 5th dan (5段) will be held yearly in Hong Kong.
For 6th dan and above, students may be required to attend examinations held yearly in Japan.
Eligibility for examination is decided by the instructor.