What is the Bujinkan?
The Bujinkan is an international martial arts organization
created by Dr. Masaaki Hatsumi. It is a collection of nine Japanese ryuha
(schools or traditions). Six of the nine schools are traditional samurai arts,
and three are ninja arts. Hatsumi Sensei inherited these ryuha from his teacher,
the late Toshitsugu Takamatsu, in 1972.
Bujinkan Budo Taijutsu translates as “Warrior Way Body Skills.”
The art was formerly known as Ninjutsu, but Hatsumi Sensei renamed it, possibly
due to inaccurate ideas many people associated with the previous name. Budo
Taijutsu emphasizes natural, relaxed movement. In training, one learns to use
proper alignment, timing, and distancing to defeat opponents, rather than
strength or speed. Taijutsu (unarmed combat) training uses the entire body
moving together to provide power. The subtle destruction of the attacker’s
balance and rhythm is a primary focus. These principles allow even smaller
practitioners to defeat larger and stronger opponents.
HOW DO I START CLASSES?
We train at a local gym called The Fight Shop. Upon arriving you will see a large blue mat area in the back left corner. This is our training space. You will be required to sign a waiver before you are allowed to begin class. You should wear something comfortable to train in. We offer one free week of training to help you determine if this art is a good fit for you.
The Bujinkan is an international martial arts organization
created by Dr. Masaaki Hatsumi. It is a collection of nine Japanese ryuha
(schools or traditions). Six of the nine schools are traditional samurai arts,
and three are ninja arts. Hatsumi Sensei inherited these ryuha from his teacher,
the late Toshitsugu Takamatsu, in 1972.
Bujinkan Budo Taijutsu translates as “Warrior Way Body Skills.”
The art was formerly known as Ninjutsu, but Hatsumi Sensei renamed it, possibly
due to inaccurate ideas many people associated with the previous name. Budo
Taijutsu emphasizes natural, relaxed movement. In training, one learns to use
proper alignment, timing, and distancing to defeat opponents, rather than
strength or speed. Taijutsu (unarmed combat) training uses the entire body
moving together to provide power. The subtle destruction of the attacker’s
balance and rhythm is a primary focus. These principles allow even smaller
practitioners to defeat larger and stronger opponents.
HOW DO I START CLASSES?
We train at a local gym called The Fight Shop. Upon arriving you will see a large blue mat area in the back left corner. This is our training space. You will be required to sign a waiver before you are allowed to begin class. You should wear something comfortable to train in. We offer one free week of training to help you determine if this art is a good fit for you.
WHEN ARE CLASSES?
We train twice a week on every Tuesday and Thursday night from 7:00 - 8:30.
DO YOU TEACH CHILDREN?
We do not teach anyone under the age of 13 but there is no age limit to train with us.
HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO EARN A BLACK BELT?
On average it takes a minimum of 4 years to earn your Black Belt at our school.
WHAT IF I MOVE OUT OF TOWN?
There are several Bujinkan Dojos worldwide to continue your training.
We train twice a week on every Tuesday and Thursday night from 7:00 - 8:30.
DO YOU TEACH CHILDREN?
We do not teach anyone under the age of 13 but there is no age limit to train with us.
HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO EARN A BLACK BELT?
On average it takes a minimum of 4 years to earn your Black Belt at our school.
WHAT IF I MOVE OUT OF TOWN?
There are several Bujinkan Dojos worldwide to continue your training.
