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Iaido Kata<\/h1>\n

Practice makes perfect<\/h2>\n

Kata can be found in almost all Japanese martial arts. They are complex series of movements which train a fight against one or several imaginary opponents. Iaido has kata done from sitting (Zagi), from standing (Tachiwaza) or while running (Hashirigakari).<\/p>\n

\"Mugai<\/a><\/p>\n

One purpose of kata is to hand down the essence of a style to future generations. Mugai Ryu is a very puristic style. It refrains from all superfluous movements with the sword or with the body, concentrating on practical efficiency. It’s plainness makes this style look easy. However, with progressing training the student recognizes that this plainness is demanding and effective.<\/p>\n

If the Iaidoka can integrate this insight into his everyday life he can lay the foundation of a happy and succesful life beyond his physical training, thus representing the Zen-buddhist way.<\/p>\n

One who constantly practices kata does not merely go through the predetermined cuts with the sword but will also develop an understanding of the form and of the intended situation. The mind comes to rest. The practitioner comes to terms with himself.<\/p>\n

One who constantly practices kata does not merely go through the predetermined cuts with the sword but will also develop an understanding of the form and of the intended situation. The mind comes to rest. The practitioner comes to terms with himself.<\/p>\n

Mugai Ryu has the following basic cuts::<\/strong><\/p>\n