Head instructor:
Peter Gunstone (Renshi Kokusai Renmei), has been studying iaido since 1982. He began his studies in Vancouver under Ted Davis Sensei, Shisu-kai Canada and followed the teachings of Kawakubo Takiji Sensei of Sendai Japan. Upon the passing of Kawakubo Sensei in 1986 Shisui-Kai Canada entered into a new era and association with Esaka Seigan Sensei of Tokyo ,Japan. This led to the inception of the Canadian Iaido Association of which Peter is a founding member. In 1997 with the encouragement from Esaka Sensei Peter founded Todo Kai when he moved to Vancouver Island and continues to instruct and promote iaido in Canada.
Instructors:
Susan White (5th dan), has been studying Iaido since 2001. She began her studies in Victoria under Ted Davis Sensei. In 2002 she was awarded Tobidan (jump-level), which means she was awarded Nidan (2nd dan) when she tested for her Shodan (1st dan). Sue is a head intructor at both Todo Kai locations and is the President of our registered non profit society.
