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Did you know that some parts of the world pronounce Scones as "Scoons" and some as "Skowns"?

before shiai and shinsa y always do some breathing and kiai (not to loud but from my feet to my head) just trying to be relax and dont think too much...

Japanese children start in primary school, so don't feel you're too young to learn. The age difference will also pose little to no physical problem, Kendo is good like that. However, if you're uncomfortable with the feel of the club, try a few classes to see if you like it. Not all instructors and schools are for everyone. For example, I had the exact opposite problem as you a few weeks ago, I ...

you mean releasing the left hand ?

Pretty interesting article on new research. http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2009/1...-less-anxio us/

In any kind of stance, zanshin needs to clearly demonstrate that your attacking spirit (for lack of a better English word at present) is ready and on the go even after the motion is completed. The physical manifestations of zanshin are often subjective on a case by case basis.

Another important tip from the Musashi-Kai report is that a solid Nito stance has essentially no openings. This alone can frustrate some opponents, at least the ones not used to fighting against Nito. (Of course, the good opponents immediately know that *something* is always open.) I agree with what you said that you cannot just use the shoto to slap the opponent's kensen away. For one ...

The way your wife explained it is pretty much the way I have been taught to think about kendo as well.

So, why are Shinken used in Iaito, instead of non-"live" Iaito? I would assume that it would be a similar purpose/reason?

2000, I think? You can get it direct from FIK here or from e-bogu there . Cheaper from FIK but the shipping might be an issue.