Palo Alto Iaido is a dojo which focuses on the mastery of the way of the sword. Iaido is the art of drawing, cutting with, and re-sheathing a sword to engage with imagined adversaries. 


Mastering this art requires great control, concentration, and awareness. 

There is a very close relationship between the arts of kendo and iaido.


Studying iaido kata in detail can deepen one’s understanding of seme (pressure), ma (timing), and maai (distance).  Palo Alto Iaido welcomes all who wish to learn more about iaido!