About

Bujinkan is unique. It is not a sport or just a fighting art but is a true martial art so effective it has been studied by the Navy S.E.A.L.’s, British S.A.S., Israeli Special Forces and other elite combat units. We train for actual life and death conflicts not competitions. In a real self-defense situation there is no second place, no referees, no rules and no trophies.

What works on the Tournament mat may not work on the street, and what works on the street is often “against the rules” in Tournament competition. The Bujinkan houses nine ancient Japanese warrior traditions utilized by the Samurai and Ninja. Each school has its own specialties ranging from the Ninjutsu school, Togakure Ryu which emphasizes escape and evasion to the Samurai school of Koto Ryu known for its bone breaking techniques. These martial arts lineages and schools of strategy are full self-protection and self-defense systems that are as viable today as they were when they were created.

Within the Bujinkan there are over twenty-plus weapons that are studied. These include classical Japanese weapons such as the katana (sword), bo (6ft staff), tanto (knife), blowgun, shuriken (throwing stars), etc. In addition, to demonstrate the Bujinkan’s progressive philosophy toward self-defense, practitioners learn how to utilize everyday objects such as pens, magazines, car keys, belts, etc., and turn them into weapons. The true beauty of the Bujinkan is that once a practitioner has developed a proper foundation of basic movement through their Taijutsu, any object within their grasp can be used for self-defense.

 

 

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TEACHING PHILOSOPHY:

Our teaching methods are based on the K.I.L.L. principal. Keep It Learnable and Likeable. At Bujinkan Anaguma Dojo we create an environment that makes learning enjoyable. We do not resort to stern discipline or yelling when a student is frustrated. This only leads to more frustration and eventually the student quitting. We offer constant encouragement which leads to success instead of frustration.

Bujinkan is a true warrior tradition and we work to be a part of its transmission and preservation. We keep up to date with current training in Japan by traveling there at least once a year to train with the Grandmaster at the Honbu Dojo. We also have instructors, who currently live and train in Japan, out annually for seminars.

Physical prowess or previous experience in martial arts isn’t necessary. All you need is a willingness to learn. Please enter the training with an empty cup and a light but earnest spirit. Above all, we want you to enjoy training, maintain your health, and follow your heart.

 

Looking forward to seeing you!

 

Shihan Lance Kumm,  13^th Dan.