Registration will open late April

PNKF Iaido Koryū Seminar (Yudansha only – 1 Dan and up)

Saturday, May 30, 1-5:00pm

INSTRUCTOR: Jonathan Bannister, Renshi 7 Dan, PNKF Iaido Chair

DESCRIPTION: Presentation and practice of the fundamental technical and stylistic features that define Muso Shinden-ryū Shoden: Omori-ryū.  Exposure to Koryū Iaido greatly enhances understanding of ZNKR Iaido and will add depth and detail to higher-level Iaido performance.  Bannister Sensei studied Muso Shinden-ryū Koryū Iaido in Japan for nearly two decades.  A student of Eura Kazunori Sensei (1938—2018, Iaido Hanshi 8 Dan, former Shihan of the Hachioji Iaido Renmei), Bannister Sensei is well-qualified to guide new and experienced Iaidoka in their explorations of Koryū Iaido.

LOCATION: Shoreline Spartan Center Dance Room, 202 NE 185th St, Shoreline, WA 98155

FEE: $10 shared room rental fee

Register to 1.) attend; and 2.) indicate desire to join an after-event, 5:30pm pizza party (expect $40 per person cost) at Spiro’s Pizza and Pasta, 18411 Aurora Ave N, Shoreline, WA 98133

Registration will open late March

Saturday, April 25, 9:00am-4:00pm

LEAD INSTRUCTOR: Jonathan Bannister, Renshi 7 Dan, PNKF Iaido Chair

DESCRIPTION: Open to PNKF yudansha members testing in 2026 or 2027, this day-long seminar will provide detailed personal advice to help you to prepare for higher dan exams.

LOCATION: Shoreline Spartan Center Dance Room, 202 NE 185th St, Shoreline, WA 98155

FEE: $20 shared room rental fee

Register to attend, limited to 20