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Amid the heat of a June weekend, the quiet dialogue of blades and focused minds once again echoed along the banks of the Danube. For two days, Budapest became the meeting point for three dojos, from Košice, Serbia, and the local Hungarian host, united by a shared passion for the way of the sword. Under the guidance of our sensei Marián, we delved deep into the traditional koryu kata of the Tamiya ryu school. This seminar built upon our March training, which has become a solid pillar in our ongoing technical and mental development... Read More »Tamiya ryu Seminar in Budapest

At the end of May, our team traveled once again to the charming and sunny Italian city of Bari for the annual jodo seminar. For Marián and Adriana, this marked their third year attending, and this time they were joined by Pavel from Nozomi dojo, who completed our Slovak group. Bari greeted us with its quintessential southern Italian vibe — the deep blue sea, narrow cobblestone streets of the old town, the fresh aroma of basil and ripe tomatoes ... Read More »Jodo Seminar Under the Sun in Beautiful Bari

We spent the third weekend of May in Belgrade, Serbia, attending an international iaido seminar combined with a competition. This year’s seminar featured an exceptionally strong lineup, with the organizers inviting three holders of the 7th dan, which created excellent conditions for learning and exchanging experiences. Our dojo’s delegation consisted of three members: Adriana, Marián, and Matej. The journey went surprisingly smoothly, as we spent only 21 minutes at the Hungary-Serbia border, a significant improvement compared to last year ... Read More »Iaido Seminar and Competition in Belgrade

As part of the annual Kosice City Day celebrations, which traditionally take place at the turn of April and May, we had the opportunity to attend a very special event – the grand opening of the new MarathonPoint space, located right on Main Street. This place is not only a meeting point, but also a tribute to the rich history of the International Peace Marathon. MarathonPoint priamo na Hlavnej ulici. Tento priestor nie je len miestom stretnutí, ale aj poctou bohatej histórii Medzinárodného maratónu mieru. The project was created in collaboration between the City of Kosice and the Marathon Club, but for us it holds a special meaning for another reason. The design and realization of the space was led by our very own member Vincent ... Read More »A New Space in the Heart of Kosice Bears the Signature of Our Talented Member

On the second weekend of April, we had the pleasure of attending an international iaido seminar in the Belgian city of Roeselare. Practitioners from seven European countries gathered for an enriching weekend of training, and our dojo was proudly represented by Marián and Adriana. The adventure began as soon as we landed at Charleroi Airport, where a newly renovated terminal area greeted us after six years away. The modern layout was a pleasant surprise, though we must admit, it did make navigating to the exit a bit more interesting! The journey to Roeselare was long ... Read More »Jodo seminar in Kosice

On the second weekend of April, we had the pleasure of attending an international iaido seminar in the Belgian city of Roeselare. Practitioners from seven European countries gathered for an enriching weekend of training, and our dojo was proudly represented by Marián and Adriana. The adventure began as soon as we landed at Charleroi Airport, where a newly renovated terminal area greeted us after six years away. The modern layout was a pleasant surprise, though we must admit, it did make navigating to the exit a bit more interesting! The journey to Roeselare was long ... Read More »Tamiya Ryu Gasshuku in Belgium

At the beginning of April, the city of Hradec Králové in the Czech Republic once again hosted its traditional iaido team competition, an event that continues to grow in popularity across the region. This unique format differs from standard individual contests: teams of three face off in a structure where each team competes against each other, ensuring that all participants engage in multiple matches and gain valuable experience in real combat scenarios. This year, 10 teams from various parts of the ... Read More »Nozomi Taikai – Experience, Passion, and Team Spirit in the Czech Republic

At the end of March, we gathered in our dojo for an intensive weekend dedicated to the study of Tamiya Ryu kata. Joined by our friends from Serbia and Hungary, we spent two focused days developing our koryu skills under the guidance of our teacher, Marián sensei. We covered a total of 12 kata selected from all three series of the school. The training was filled with repetition, detailed explanations, and plenty of physical effort, sweat, sore knees, and ... Read More »Tamiya ryu seminar in Košice

Stäfa, a charming Swiss town nestled on the shores of Lake Zurich and just under a half-hour train ride from the city of Zurich, carries a name inspired by the Scottish island of Stäfa. Historical records trace its roots back to the year 972, when Emperor Otto II confirmed that the lands around the lake, including Stäfa, belonged to a local monastery. The town is connected to the cantonal capital not only by rail, but also much to the fascination of us landlocked visitors, by a scenic, regularly scheduled boat route across the lake. The quaint square ... Read More »Our teacher was invited again to the Swiss Iaido Championships