2011 East Coast Koshukai/Instructor Training Seminar

Oct 19, 2011 By
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Greetings to all KNBK Instructors, The KNBK East Honbu Dojo is planning for the upcoming 2011 East Coast Koshukai/Instructor Training Seminar. The KNBK / JKI 2011 Koshukai is open to currently certified instructors, or to those yudansha interested in becoming instructors. Non-certified yudansha will only be permitted to come if their registration form is accompanied by a recommendation from their respective Dojo-cho. You or your Dojo representative are being invited to attend this year's KNBK Instructor Training Seminar to be held in Kingston, PA. at the KNBK East Honbu Dojo the weekend of November 19 and 20, 2011. The tentative schedule will be the same as last year - all day training and discussion on Saturday and Sunday with the Koshukai ending Sunday afternoon. Yudansha testing will take place on Sunday morning prior to the beginning of Koshukai.  The Hombu dojo will be open for training on Friday evening (Nov.18th) for those wishing to train with their fellow KNBK … [Read more...]

FREE! Self-Defense Classes for Children

Oct 18, 2011 By
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A new monthly program at our school in Kingston, PA. It's called StreetSmart and is free to all children 6 -12 years old. Give us a call if you want to reserve a space.  FREE! FREE! FREE! Self-Defense Classes for Children Call to be put on the enrollment list now for the FREE November session! 570-288-7865 … [Read more...]

We Demonstrate For Members Of Japans Royal Family

Oct 1, 2011 By
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Demonstration of Kenjutsu by Masayuki Shimabukuro, Hanshi and Carl Long, Shihan. Filmed in Hiroshima, Japan . [tube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jnqZ-0vEDDA&feature=share[/tube] Train with us and you can train in Japan! Call Sakura Budokan Today! 570-288-7865 … [Read more...]

We Teach Kids How To Fly At Sakura Budokan!

Sep 30, 2011 By
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At Sakura Budokan, we teach Kids how to fly! We have the best Matted Floor ever made!  Practicing the martial arts can benefit children in many ways…      Improve self-esteem.      Enhance coordination.      Increase focus.      Cultivate leadership skills.      Reinforce such values as honesty, respect, and integrity. Give us a call! Come and try it out to see the difference! 570-288-7865   … [Read more...]

You Can Now Purchase Videos & Books From Amazon.com

May 24, 2011 By
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Shimabukuro Hanshi on Black Belt Magazine Cover Jan 2011

Nov 10, 2010 By
Shimabukuro Hanshi on Black Belt Magazine Cover Jan 2011

Black Belt Magazine January 2011 "Special 50th Anniversary Series" Collector's Issue. The upcoming January 2011 issue of Black Belt magazine is a special issue that celebrates their 50th anniversary as a publication. It is even more special because Masayuki Shimabukuro Hanshi is on the cover and Carl Long Kyoshi has contributed an article with Shimabukuro Hanshi as well. CONGRATULATIONS HANSHI!! Don't miss out on owning this once in a lifetime Collector's Item. Look for it on the newstand!!! … [Read more...]

Spring Time @ Sakura Budokan 2009

Apr 17, 2009 By

Spring Time @ Sakura Budokan 2009     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. If you are one of our faithful members from far away, I have put together a small gallery of pictures on the main website. Click the link below to check them out! Please be patient while images load there are 48 pictures total. Please Enjoy! http://www.sakurabudokan.com/april/SakuraBudokanApril2009/index.html … [Read more...]

Samurai Swordsmanship From Black Belt Magazine – Featuring Masayuki Shimabukuro

Feb 5, 2009 By
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New Products From Black Belt Magazine SAMURAI SWORDSMANSHIP by Masayuki Shimabukuro Samurai Swordsmanship features Black Belt Hall of Fame member Masayuki Shimabukuro (Weapons Instructor of the Year, 2006) and his senior-most student, Carl E. Long, Demonstrating and explaining the history, construction, rituals and techniques associated with the samurai sword. This three-volume DVD collection covers basic, intermediate and advanced concepts and features Interviews with both instructors! Topics include mat cutting, forms, uniform care, sword etiquette, cleaning your weapon, thrusts, drawing and sheathing the sword and much more. Vol. 1 : Basic Sword Program                      DVD Code 9569 — Retail $29.95 Vol. 2 : Intermediate Sword Program          DVD Code 9579 — Retail $29.95 Vol. 3 : Advanced Sword Program               DVD Code 9589 — Retail $29.95 Buy all 3 DVDs for $69.95 — Code X163 Order Your Copy … [Read more...]

DNBK appointments for Masayuki Shimabukuro & Carl Long – News

Jan 31, 2009 By

 On June 17th, 2008 Shimabukuro Hanshi and Long Shihan were officially appointed as Representaive and Coordinator for the International Iaido and Batto-Do divisions of the Dai Nippon Butoku Kai by Dr. Hiroyuki Hamada, Vice President of DNBK Hombu and Chairman of the DNBK ID. They will be serving the DNBK ID as the official representatives for all sword styles under the direction of the Japan Hombu and the DNBK International Division outside of Japan. The DNBK is chaired by Japans Prince, Higashi Fushimi Jigo. These appointments are an extention of the authority of the DNBK Hombu and it's governing body. Martial arts throughout the Japanese Empire fell directly under the jurisdiction of the Dai Nippon Butokukai, which in turn was accountable only to the Emperor and his administration. As the sole agency in charge of budo in Japan, originally the Butokukai was supported in large part by Meiji bureaucrats, the Ministry of Education (Mombusho,) and the military. As such, any and all … [Read more...]