A NEW martial arts club is teaching the Japanese sword art of Iaido.
A Japanese Samurai art, Iaido involves instant drawing and cutting using a Katana sword.
Welcoming members from Helensburgh and nearby, the group meets in the Masonic Hall, Church Street, Dumbarton, from 9am to 11am on Saturdays.
Female and male students can attend along with martial arts returners and the club can provide initial training equipment.
Club leader Donnie Gordon is a 4th dan black belt in Iaido and 3rd dan in Kendo, as well as a leading member of the British Kendo Association.
He said: “Our instructors are experienced, fun to work with, completely professional and offer their services without any payment.
“The benefits of Iaido are both mental and physical. People often have the impression that it is purely a physical challenge but you have to be able to train your mind as well as your body.
"It sharpens your mind and it really helps when you’re under pressure at work.”
If you wish more information, come along to a session or call Donnie on 07712 825143.
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