Sakura Budokan News and Events

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...]

Aikido of Cincinnati A Muso Jikiden Eshin Ryu Seminar With Carl Long Shihan, 6th Dan, Renshi Carl Long Shihan is Eastern USA Hombu – Cho and Vice Chairman of Jikishinkai International. Long Shihan is responsible for the instruction and certification of Jikishinkai Instructors and Dojos in the Eastern Region of the U.S. and Canada as well as Central and South America. Long Shihan is the most senior student of Shimabukuro Masayuki, Hanshi, ranked 6th Dan Muso Jikiden Eishin Ryu Iaijutsu and holds the coveted title of Renshi. Long Shihan is also ranked 8th Dan Shorin Ryu Karate, 6th Dan Shito Ryu Karate, 5th Dan Okinawan Kubido and 4th Dan Shindo Muso Ryu Jojutsu. Long Shihan will share the arts of Ona Ha Itto,Ryu, Muso Jikiden Eishin Ru Iaijutsu, Kenjutsu and Batto Ho. This is an open seminar; beginners to advanced students are all are welcome to attend. You may use a bokken if you do not have an Iaito. On Sunday, in addition to Iaijutsu, Testing will be conducted for … [Read more...]

Aikijujutsu & Japanese Sword with Roy Goldberg & Carl Long July 25 & 26, 2009 The Interrelationship of Aiki and Sword arts is well known throughout the martial arts world. This Seminar will focus on the interconnectedness of these arts and allow one to see and understand the principles and concepts that make these arts Japanese treasures. 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 Instructor of NADRAKK.  Goldberg’s Sensei’s goal is to pass down Daito Ryu (Japan’s National Treasure) to serious students, as presented to him by the Hombu Dojo and Kiyama Shihan.  Sensei believes that in the martial arts, one teaches only to continue his own unfinished study.   Carl Long, Renshi is responsible for the instruction and certification of Jikishin-Kai Instructors and Dojo throughout the United … [Read more...]