From Bujinkan Zeropoint Dojo by RobRenner
Discover what Hatsumi Soke and the Japanese Shihan know about making the Kihon Happo work. Although Soke has been teaching the concept of “chuuto hanpa” (halfway or incomplete) for years and the principles that make this “incompleteness” possible, it is……From blogurl:tazziedevil.wordpress.com - Google Blog Search by Duncan Stewart
What should you do with fear? Keep Going …and make it disappear! By Michael Schjerling. My Sanshin purpose of this small article is: 1. A thank you to Soke for giving me the keys to rediscover and re-know myself and find my true path in ...…From blogurl:tazziedevil.wordpress.com - Google Blog Search by Duncan Stewart
I was soaking in the Onsen near my home just a few days ago. I was alone in the rock pool outside. I suddenly felt the need to view the moon. I laid back and as the steam rose around me, admired it's grace. ...…From blogurl:henka.wordpress.com inpostauthor:ariesbudo - Google Blog Search by ariesbudo
Recently, Soke has been speaking about the various types of the sword and the importance of understanding this not from a technical perspective, but as an anthropological lesson in the evolution of war. These are: Ken-Straight sword ...…From blogurl:henka.wordpress.com inpostauthor:ariesbudo - Google Blog Search by ariesbudo
I have been graciously invited on many occasions to Germany but have not been able to accept until this year. My good friend and ex-Japan resident Oliver Piskurek has invited me to visit him in Germany and has arranged a couple of ...…From blogurl:henka.wordpress.com inpostauthor:ariesbudo - Google Blog Search by ariesbudo
I have been graciously invited on many occasions to Germany but have not been able to accept until this year. My good friend and ex-Japan resident Oliver Piskurek has invited me to visit him in Germany and has arranged a couple of training ...…From Bujinkan Zeropoint Dojo by RobRenner
I will be starting the 2nd round of seminars in September.
The theme for this 2nd round of seminars will continue to be:
“Chuuto Hanpa Taijutsu” or “Incomplete Taijutsu”
We will be focusing on how to use incomplete movements to control your opponents reactions with emphasis on:
*Incomplete Distancing
*Incomplete Timing
Incomplete Kihon Happo
We will also cover:
- One-handed Taijutsu
- Boxing, Wrestling, and street-style attacks
- Multiple Attacker Methodology
and much more…
Of course we will be covering many special drills and exercises you can use to rapidly improve your own personal practice of taijutsu.
September 4 and 5
Athlone Regional Sports Centre – Athlone, Ireland
http://www.athlonesportscentre.ie/
Contact: Joe Lillis with the Bujinkan Shimboku Dojo
http://www.bujinkanshimbokudojo.com/index.html
September 11 and 12
Victoria Community Centre- Crewe, UK
Contact: Matt Fisher with the Bujinkan Gouin Dojo
September 18 and 19
Provence, France
Dojo Mirabeau
3 avenue de Grassi
Aix-en-Provence
Contact: James Bimes with the Bujinkan Provence Dojo
http://www.bujinkan-provence.com/
September 25 and 26
Lippstadt/Geseke, NRW
Contact: Larz Boltzt with Bujinkan Balance Dojo
February 27 and 28:
Chicago, Illinois
Brooks Martial Art Center
Contact: Tony Brooks
Tony Brooks, and everyone who came, as the first stop on this seminar tour, really helped kick it off right. I could see definite improvement from many of the people who have been coming to this event over the last few years, thus reconfirming my decision to travel and share Soke’s art to the best of my ability.
March 2, 3
Special Foundational Workshops – Night Classes
Manaus, Brazil
Contact: John Holladay
Its always cool when you get to see your friends after a long time, especially when, after training with you in the past, they have continued improving and taking positions of leadership themselves. John has a really great, close-knit group there in Manaus. He has done a good job of teaching the foundations of Budo. This can be especially challenging when you are teaching at a military facility as John does!
Thanks for the hospitality John, I am looking forward to the next time…
March 6 and 7:
TAIKAI Brasil 2010
Joao Pessoa, Brazil
Contact: Simao Freitas
Wow! What can I say?! This taikai was awesome. So many obviously dedicated people, traveling for thousands of kilometers to train for nearly a week! The venue was super cool, with the beach nearby and great weather the whole time.
Do to the great distance and cost of traveling to Japan, it is very difficult for many Bujinkan members to get to Japan, so when they got a taste of some of the feeling from Japan, they were thrilled. And for me, when I saw the look of surprise and then later understanding on their faces, that was truly the highlight of my time there!
I have no doubt those groups from all over Brazil will begin making huge strides in the direction they want to go. I am already thinking about next year!
March 10, 11
Special Foundational Workshops – Night Classes
W. Palm Beach, Florida
Contact: Paul Fisher
March 13
Washington DC
Contact: Charles Collins
(443) 956-0506
March 14
St Louis, Mo
Contact: Patrick Lee
(314)266-4488
March 20
Vancouver, B.C.
March 21
Victoria, B.C.
Contact: Sherrie Silman
(250)480-1442
If you have any questions or have trouble contacting the event hosts, please feel free to contact
Rob at: [email protected]…
From blogurl:henka.wordpress.com inpostauthor:ariesbudo - Google Blog Search by ariesbudo
I was sent the following article by my good friend Alex Meehan in Ireland last night and felt that it was very informational and would benefit a larger audience. Please take a few minutes to read the following article on the history and ...…From blogurl:henka.wordpress.com inpostauthor:ariesbudo - Google Blog Search by ariesbudo
“A smile will purify the soul!” is just one of the many infinite possible interpretations of this year's theme. However, as many grasp at the mist of what might be the actual meaning of Rokonshojyo, the meaning is still yet to be heard ...…From blogurl:tazziedevil.wordpress.com - Google Blog Search by Duncan Stewart
Soke entered the dojo with a unqiue type of training sword last night. I believe Iv'e found the same type of design. Soke often used a Mugi to ( alloy replica with scabbard ) during class. However, for maintaining safety during our own ...…