Vaccination REQUIRED to participate in any class.

Iaidō (居合道), is a Japanese martial art that emphasizes being aware, capable of quickly drawing the sword, and responding to a sudden attack.

It is one of the oldest and most respected martial arts of Japan, and traces its origins to the techniques and methods used by the samurai to gain mastery of the sword, and ultimately, of the mind. Iaido implies a lifelong pursuit of self-knowledge and self-discipline through a demanding physical and mental training regimen.

Shū Ken Kai is an Iaido dojo located in Portland, OR. The dojo was formed in 2012 and classes are led by Chris Parkins, iaido 3 dan. Parkins sensei has over 16 years of experience practicing the art. Our door is always open to visitors.

Location

Fulton Park Community Center
68 SW Miles St.
Portland, OR 97219
Practice Times:
Wednesday 7:00-9:00 PM, Sunday 3:30-5:30 PM

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Begin your Journey

Iaido is a lifelong pursuit, and there is no better time than now to begin learning the basics. You’d be surprised how much there is to learn about swinging a sword and moving your body efficiently.

Start Small

Getting started in Iaido only requires a basic, inexpensive sword, an oak ‘bokken’ and comfortable clothes. Iaido is a relatively low-cost  Continue reading “Train With Us”

Events

Upcoming/Ongoing Events:

Vaccinations are required for Shū Ken Kai practice. This decision was arrived at by consensus from our regular practitioners.

Questions, please contact Chris Parkins.

 

May 17th, 2025

Spring PNKF Iaido Seminar and Shinsa (Up to 3 Dan)

Will be led by

  • TBA

Location: Shoreline Spartan Rec Center, 202 NE 185th St., Shoreline, WA 98155

Schedule: Saturday 17th; 9:00am-4:00pm

For more details, please contact Chris Parkins.

June 28th, 2025

Shūkenkai Summer Seminar

Will be led by

  • Jonathan Bannister Sensei, 7 Dan Renshi

Location: Cedar Hills Rec Center, 11640 SW Park Way, Portland, OR 97225

Schedule: 9:30am-3:30pm, Lunch from 12:00pm-1:00pm

Registration pending

For more details, please contact Chris Parkins.

July 31-August 3, 2025

AUSKF Iaido Summer Seminar, National Taikai and Shinsa

Will be led by

  • TBA

Location: University of Houston Recreation Center, Hoston, TX

Schedule: Thursday 31st; Seminar (all day), Friday 1st; Seminar (all day), Saturday 2nd; Taikai (all day), Sunday 3rd; Shinsa (am) .

For more details, please contact Chris Parkins.

September 20th-21st, 2025

NCKF 2024 Iaido  Seminar

Will be led by Ito Tomoharu sensei, Iaido Kyoshi 8 Dan

Location: TBA

Schedule: TBA

For more details, please contact Chris Parkins.

September 26-28th, 2025

Fall PNKF Iaido Seminar and Shinsa (Up to 3 Dan)

Will be led by Shozo Kato Sensei, 7 Dan Kyoshi

Location: TBD

Schedule: TBD

For more details, please contact Chris Parkins.

January, 2026 – February, 2026 Beginners Class Starts

Practice at Fulton Community Center from 3:30pm-4:30pm. Note this class is held on a SUNDAY. There are 10 of 10 spots available.

Questions, please contact Chris Parkins.

Past Events:

March 28-30th, 2025

Spring PNKF Iaido Seminar and Shinsa (Up to 3 Dan)

Will be led by

  • Tatsuhiko Kono Sensei, 7 Dan Kyoshi
  • Jonathan Bannister Sensei, 7 Dan Renshi
  • Robert Stroud sensei, 6 Dan Renshi

Location: Rain City Fencing Center, 1776 136th Pl NE, Bellevue, WA

Schedule: Friday 28th; Seminar (7:00pm-9:00pm), Saturday 29th; Seminar (9:00am-5:00pm); Sunday 30th; High Rank Embu (9:00am-9:30am), Seminar (9:30am-1:30pm), Shinsa (2:00pm-3:00pm).

For more details, please contact Chris Parkins.

January 5, 2025 – February 23, 2025 Beginners Class Starts

Practice at Fulton Community Center from 3:30pm-4:30pm. Note this class is held on a SUNDAY. There are 0 of 10 spots available.

Questions, please contact Chris Parkins.

September 27-29th, 2024

Fall PNKF Iaido Seminar and Shinsa (Up to 3 Dan)

Will be led by Shozo Kato Sensei, 7 Dan Kyoshi

Location: Rain City Fencing Center, 1776 136th Pl NE, Bellevue, WA

Schedule: Friday 27th; Seminar (7:00pm-9:00pm), Saturday 28th; Seminar (9:00am-12:00pm),  Taikai (2:00pm-5:00pm); Sunday 29th; High Rank Embu (9:00am-9:30am), Seminar (9:30am-12:30pm), Shinsa (2:00pm-3:00pm) .

For more details, please contact Chris Parkins.

August 24th-26th, 2024

CKF Nation Iaido  Seminar and Shinsa

Will be led by

  • Kusama Junichi sensei, Hanshi 8 Dan
  • Maruoka Akihito sensei, Kyoshi 8 Dan
  • Jikibara Norimasa sensei, Kyoshi 8 Dan

Location: Recreation Centre, BC Institute of Technology, Building SE16, 3700 Willingdon Avenue, Burnaby, BC V5G 3H2

Schedule: Saturday 24th; Seminar (10:00am-5:00pm), Sunday 25th; Seminar (9:00am-12:30pm),  Taikai (2:00pm-5:00pm); Monday 26th; Shinsa (9:00am-12:00pm), Seminar (1:30pm-5:00pm)

For more details, please contact Chris Parkins.

August 2nd-4th, 2024

NCKF 2024 Iaido  Seminar and Shinsa

Will be led by Ito Tomoharu sensei, Iaido Kyoshi 8 Dan

Location: Albany High School, 603 Key Route Blvd. Albany, CA
94706

Schedule: Friday 2nd; Seminar (1:00pm-5:00pm), Saturday 3rd; Seminar (9:00am-4:30pm); Sunday 4th; Shinsa (am), Seminar (9:0am-3:00pm)

For more details, please contact Chris Parkins.

May 30-June 2, 2024

AUSKF Iaido Summer Seminar, National Taikai and Shinsa

Will be led by

  • Shozo Kato Sensei (Iaido Kyoshi 7dan and Kendo Kyoshi 8dan)
  • Tatsuhiko Konno Sensei (Iaido Kyoshi 7dan and Kendo Kyoshi 7dan)
  • Stephen Cruise Sensei (Iaido Kyoshi 7 dan)
  • Pam Parker Sensei (Iaido Kyoshi 7 dan)

Location: George S. Eccles Student Life Center at University of Utah Campus — High Courts, Salt Lake City, UT

Schedule: Thursday 30th; Seminar (all day), Friday 31st; Seminar (all day), Saturday 1st; Taikai (all day), Sunday 2nd; Shinsa (am) .

For more details, please contact Chris Parkins.

 

 

 

 

 

Contact

Are you an Iaidoka looking to join? Please complete the membership application and let us know you are coming to keiko (practice).

If you’re interested in contacting us, please send an email to Chris Parkins.