Here are some photos from a training session with members of Kenkido Nice in Nice, France.

We began with a seated bow, followed by basic stances. Since many of the participants had experience in martial arts, we spent a considerable amount of time engaging in deep, focused practice—transmitting power through the sword to become one with our partner.
Although the movements weren't particularly strenuous, everyone was so focused that they worked up a sweat.
Finally, we practiced Kumite No. 2. It was a very good practice session where we paid close attention to our distance and coordination and communicated with each other.

At the event in Nice, we participated in a samurai experience.
Local residents joined us and had the chance to try out stances, 100 practice swings, and a short choreography routine. Many families participated, and the children seemed to have a great time.