green man
White Belt
Hi - new user here. I've studied martial arts in the past, like aikido, which have utilized the bokken, but where there wasn't a specific focus on actual swordsmanship. Since I've left my old dojo, I've become interested in pursuing a traditional japanese sword art. I'm almost certain that I'm not looking for iaido or kendo, but beyond that I'm sort of in the dark.
My questions are:
1. In addition to kenjutsu, I've also heard of batto-do. Any insight on the differences of terms, and whether there are more 'hard-style' sword arts beyond these two?
2. I'm trying to find a place to learn kenjutsu (or a related art). I'm in Portland, OR right now, and so far my searching has led to local kendo and MMA clubs, but no kenjutsu. Anyone have any insight as to where I could find a dojo or instructor around here?? Thx!
My questions are:
1. In addition to kenjutsu, I've also heard of batto-do. Any insight on the differences of terms, and whether there are more 'hard-style' sword arts beyond these two?
2. I'm trying to find a place to learn kenjutsu (or a related art). I'm in Portland, OR right now, and so far my searching has led to local kendo and MMA clubs, but no kenjutsu. Anyone have any insight as to where I could find a dojo or instructor around here?? Thx!