Shindokan Dojo is once again proud to welcome Carl Long, Kyoshi, of the Jikishin-Kai International, for his long awaited return for a weekend seminar on authentic classical Japanese sword arts. We also welcome you to join us for what will certainly be weekend of instruction of extremely high caliber. Sensei will provide instruction in the koryu traditions of Muso Jikiden Eishin-ryu Iaijutsu and Ono-ha Itto-ryu Kenjutsu. While access to instruction in the koryu sword arts is slowly becoming more widely available, instruction at the level that will be experienced during this seminar remains quite rare indeed. It is important to note that Ono-ha Itto-ryu, an art that has directly influenced the more modern arts of Kendo, Aikijujutsu and Aikido, remains almost completely inaccessible outside of Japan. The KNBK/JKI is the only source of instruction in the mainline of Ono-ha Itto-ryu in North America! This is indeed a great and unique opportunity to study real koryu! An exemplary teacher … [Read more...]

JKI Intl. Shidosha Koshukai Jikishin-Kai International 2010 Instructor Koshukai PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED!!! JKI EAST COAST Honbu will be hosting a special Instructor Only Training Seminar on Saturday/Sunday, November 20 & 21. This special instructor seminar is to focus on JKI organizational changes along with adjunct training for instructors in Eishin-ryu Iaijutsu and kenjutsu for the purposes of what and how to teach in accordance with Shimabukuro Hanshi’s plan for 2010 -2011. The planned JKI organizational structure includes different licenses to establish instructor credentials to better the JKI quality of instruction.  Attendees wishing instructor certification should be prepared to demonstrate Eishin-ryu waza as part of their evaluation on Sunday morning testing. This special seminar is for JKI shibu-cho and their assistant instructors, or any JKI certified yudansha member who is actively responsible for leading or instructing “Registered” JKI … [Read more...]

Aikido–Daito Ryu–Kenjutsu Seminar July 24th & 25th 2010 July 24 and 25, 2010 Sakura Budokan 390 Tioga Ave. Kingston Pa. 18704 Seminar Cost - only $65 for one day or $75 for both days. Daito Ryu Aikijujutsu with Sensei Roy Goldberg Daito Ryu – a 1200 year old art, which originated from the Minamoto Clan, is the parent of many Japanese martial arts, as stated by Stanley Pranin – the Chief Editor of Aikido Journal, a high ranking aikidoka and author of several texts.  He states “that categorically the major influence on the development of Aikido is Daito Ryu and it is difficult to find a movement in Aikido that does not originate in Takeda’s jujutsu form”.  The greatest disseminator of Daito Ryu was Sokaku Takeda.  One of his most senior students was Horikawa Kodo.  His emphasis to him was the highest level and most difficult Aiki techniques, which concentrate on connection with subtle Kazushi (off balancing). Goldberg (Shingen) Sensei is the … [Read more...]

Springtime @ Sakura Budokan 2010    Hello, Spring is here and the cherry blossom trees are blooming. The cherry blossom trees are one of the many unforgettable  sights at the Sakura Budokan Dojo, If you are close enough to come see them I would recommend it. The blossoms only last about 3 days so don't hesitate. Please Enjoy the small gallery I have put together. http://www.sakurabudokan.com/news/image-gallery/20100403 . … [Read more...]

Daito Ryu Aikijujutsu Study Group with Sensei Roy Goldberg April 8, 2010 Daito Ryu – a 1200 year old art, which originated from the Minamoto Clan, is the parent of many Japanese martial arts, as stated by Stanley Pranin – the Chief Editor of Aikido Journal, a high ranking aikidoka and author of several texts.  He states “that categorically the major influence on the development of Aikido is Daito Ryu and it is difficult to find a movement in Aikido that does not originate in Takeda’s jujutsu form”.  The greatest disseminator of Daito Ryu was Sokaku Takeda.  One of his most senior students was Horikawa Kodo.  His emphasis to him was the highest level and most difficult Aiki techniques, which concentrate on connection with subtle Kazushi (off balancing). Goldberg (Shingen) Sensei is the East Coast Representative of the North American Daito Ryu Aikijujutsu Kodo Kai.  Sensei is the highest ranking student of Hawayo Kiyama Shihan – The President and Chief … [Read more...]

Carl Long, Kyoshi in Pensacola Florida  Big Green Drum Japanese Martial Arts is once again sponsoring a seminar with Long Sensei in early March; please check the website Big Green Drum for further details. All are welcome!    -------------------------------------  Dates: March 5th and 7th, 2010 Instructor: Carl Long, Kyoshi; Host: Big Green Drum Japanese Martial Arts Contact: Patty Heath Phone: (850) 479-1907 E-mail: patty@aikidowestflorida.com                         … [Read more...]

Carl Long, Kyoshi in New England Shindokan Dojo and Newport Aikido are once again proud to host a return visit by Long Sensei for a weekend of Iaijutsu and Kenjustu training, All are welcome!  -------------------------------- Dates: February 6th through 7th, 2010 Instructor: Carl Long, Kyoshi Host: Shindokan Dojo Contact: Erik Johnstone Phone: (401) 474-2568 E-mail: shindokan1@gmail.com            … [Read more...]

Sakura Budokan JKI Shidosha Koshukai Jikishin-Kai International 2009 Instructor Koshukai JKI Honbu will be hosting a special Instructor Only Training Seminar on Saturday/Sunday, November 21 & 22. This special instructor seminar is to focus on JKI organizational changes along with adjunct training for instructors in Eishin-ryu Iaijutsu and Itto-ryu kenjutsu for the purposes of what and how to teach in accordance with Shimabukuro Hanshi’s plan for 2010. The planned JKI organizational structure will now include different licenses to establish instructor credentials to better the JKI quality of instruction.  Attendees should be prepared to demonstrate Eishin-ryu waza as part of their evaluation.. This special seminar is for JKI shibu-cho and their assistant instructors, or any JKI member who is actively responsible for leading or instructing “Registered” JKI students.  This seminar is also open for general training to “CERTIFIED” JKI yudansha who do not have … [Read more...]