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JODO

Jodo 杖道 is the way of the staff and consists of Jo techniques against opponents armed with a sword. The goal of Jodo is to respond to being attacked by keeping your opponent in check, with the idea of "You can chastise and discipline someone, without injuring them."

Jodo practice consists of solo Kihon, paired Kihon, and Kata, as demonstrated in the video. Jodo is complimentary to Iaido and Kendo practitioners and has been a part of the All Japan Kendo Federation since 1968.

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INSTRUCTORS
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Marcus Lee-Steere, 7th Dan
Marcus Lee-Steere Sensei is a 6th Dan Jodo, as well as Renshi 7th Dan Iaido. He moved to Houston from Melbourne, Australia in 2024 and introduced the study of Jodo to the Kenshikan. He has practiced Iaido and Jodo for 25 years and has trained extensively in Japan. Marcus Sensei has held leadership roles in the Victorian and Australian Kendo Renmei and was most recently the Chair of the AKR Iaido board.

EQUIPMENT IN JODO

Other than a uniform, an Obi (the belt to hold the sword), Jo (wooden staff) and Bokuto (wooden sword) is needed to practice Iaido. Basic Obi start from $25.
 

A basic Jo will cost about $50 and basic Bokuto will cost around $35. The Dojo has a limited number of Jo and Bokuto to lend.

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