2026 34th Iaido Championships and Seminar

The Australian Kendo Renmei and the Iaido board are pleased to advise that the

34th Australian Iaidō Seminar and Championships on the Sunshine Coast.

Dates: Friday 4– Sunday 6 September 2026

Location: Sunshine Coast Recreation Precinct

During the last two seminars some members had expressed a desire to revisit the all included style of training and comradery that many of us experienced in the past. To this end the board has approach the Sunshine Coast Recreation Precinct and discuss the options available.

The Iaido board has been able to secure a booking at this venue for the 2026 Iaido Championships.  By taking advantage of the live-in options offered by the venue, the board is in a position to offer what we believe is a significantly reduced total cost to attend the championships, grading and seminar.

Casual observers are welcome to visit at no charge, HOWEVER they must remain off the training floor for safety reasons.

A description and details of accommodation are available on the following link: Accommodation:

further information regarding what is covered in onsite accommodation is found Accommodation Inclusions

The Australian Kendo Renmei (AKR) Iaidō Board is pleased to extend a warm invitation to all practitioners and enthusiasts to attend the 34th Australian Iaidō Seminar and Championships, to be held at the Sunshine Coast Recreation Precinct from Friday 4 September to Sunday 6 September 2026.

Once again, this year’s event will be led by the following visiting instructors:

·         Morishima Kazuki Sensei, Kyōshi 8 Dan

·         Takizawa Tomomi Sensei, Kyōshi 7 Dan

These instructors bring with them an exceptional depth of experience, technical skill, and profound knowledge of Iaidō.  Participants who have attended previous seminars led by Morishima Sensei and Takizawa sensei will be aware of the high standard and depth of instruction on offer.  They will be assisted by our senior Australian teachers were directed.

All attendees—in the first instance will participate as students during the Seminar. Exceptions to this will be made only at the specific request of the Japanese Delegation or where detailed in the agreed event schedule.

Event Components comprise of:

ZNKR Iaido Seminar: Australian Kendo Renmei Iaido Championships; QKR State Kyu Grading (TBC)

AKR National Dan Grading to 5 Dan; Sayonara Party

Indicative Schedule 2026 Iaido Championships - Subject to Change

Gradings

Grading sessions are planned for Friday and will include:

·         QKR Kyū Grading, overseen by a panel appointed by the QKR Iaidō Technical Committee and conducted by a QKR appointed panel. (TBC)

·         AKR Dan Grade Examinations, administered under the authority of the AKR Iaidō Board

Grading questions will be made available as soon as possible.
Candidates may apply to grade up to and including 5th Dan.

AKR Grading Application form can be found Here:

International visitors wishing to grade must comply with their associations requirements to grade overseas. Further information on Grading will follow asap

Please refer here for full grading application process for overseas and national members

Please note: All enquiries regarding Kyū grading should be directed to the QKR Secretary or the QKR-nominated contact person.