What you study
Technique With a Lineage
Traditional Arts is our slowest, deepest program. Forms are broken down move by move, bunkai (application) is practiced with partners, and every term adds a layer — history, etiquette, weapons or meditation.
- Classical kata from Heian through advanced black-belt forms
- Practical self-defense: escapes, controls and de-escalation
- Traditional weapons — bo staff fundamentals for seniors
- Dojo etiquette, Japanese terminology and martial philosophy
Ages
All levels, 10+
One mixed group — seniors mentor juniors the traditional way.
Schedule
Fri & Sat, 12:00 – 14:00
Kata Friday, applications and weapons Saturday.
Level
White belt to master grades
Grading follows the classical syllabus with oral examination.
Self-defense
Defense for Real Life
Our self-defense syllabus starts with awareness and avoidance, then teaches escapes from common grabs, safe falling, and controlled responses scaled to the threat. Quarterly open seminars let non-members train these skills in a single day.
| Friday | Kata and bunkai 12:00 – 14:00 |
|---|---|
| Saturday | Self-defense + weapons 12:00 – 14:00 |
| Quarterly | Open self-defense seminar |
| Grading | Classical syllabus, twice yearly |
Sit in on a traditional class free
Join a Friday kata session as our guest and experience the quiet focus of the old way.