iaido sword with craig hocker, 5th degree black belt
Mondays, 8:30 - 10:00 p.m.
We are a traditional Iaido school in Houston, Texas. Our core practice follows what was been transmitted by Mitsuzuka Takeshi Sensei (1925-2008) who was a direct student of Nakayama Hakudo Sensei (1869-1958). Thus our direct roots go back over 400 years to Hayashizaki Minamoto no Shigenobu (1546 – 1621). We are the official dojo (school) in Texas representing the North American San Shin Kai.
Practice is intense but fun. All students (and the teacher) are expected to check their ego at the door while paying attention to safety. You will never “finish” or “perfect” your art. The value is in the process and that is the gift of a traditional Japanese martial art. By focusing on mindful practice such as this, one can develop a personal path of lifelong study that enriches knowledge of oneself and others.
Godan - Muso Shinden Ryu Iaido,
Yondan - Shin Shin Toitsu Aikido,
Chuden - Shin Shin Toitsu Do
For more information and register, contact Dr. Craig Hocker at (281) 630-0821 or visit www.texasiaido.com
Practice is intense but fun. All students (and the teacher) are expected to check their ego at the door while paying attention to safety. You will never “finish” or “perfect” your art. The value is in the process and that is the gift of a traditional Japanese martial art. By focusing on mindful practice such as this, one can develop a personal path of lifelong study that enriches knowledge of oneself and others.
Godan - Muso Shinden Ryu Iaido,
Yondan - Shin Shin Toitsu Aikido,
Chuden - Shin Shin Toitsu Do
For more information and register, contact Dr. Craig Hocker at (281) 630-0821 or visit www.texasiaido.com