Through Bujinkan Budo, Hatsumi-sensei has preserved the strategies, techniques, weapons tactics, philosophy and pedagogy of nine classical martial traditionsGyokko Ryu Kosshijutsu, Koto Ryu Koppojutsu, Gikan Ryu Koppojutsu, Hontai Takagi Yoshin Ryu Jutaijutsu, Shinden Fudo Ryu Dakentaijutsu, Kukishinden Happobiken, Gyokushin Ryu Ninpo, Kumogakure Ryu Ninpo, and Togakure Ryu Ninpo.. Traditional training patterns continue to be practiced as they were centuries ago, with their essential teachings intact. The essence of all practice is still perseverance and survival.
Bujinkan Budo does not specialize in the particular kinds of applications that many modern martial arts do. That is, it does not emphasize primarily grappling and throwing as in BJJ, Judo or Aikido; striking and kicking as in Karate or Taekwondo; or any particular weapon as in Kendo. Everything is used freely. Everything from devastating strikes to disrupt the neuro-muscular system; to subtle manipulation and immobilization of the joints; to full-body throws and powerful ground control techniques; to traditional weapons, unconventional weapons, unconventional applications of common weapons, and concealed weapons are taught. The full spectrum of protective action is covered.
The entire body is used in a natural way to harmonize and amplify simple movements, rather than relying solely on brute force or speed. The subtle destruction of the attacker's balance and rhythm through efficient use of timing, distance and position are the primary focus of not only the Taijutsu (unarmed) "body skills" of Bujinkan Budo, but also the associated weapons systems. These principles allow even smaller persons to effectively defeat larger and more powerful opponents.
Martial Arts for Living
Bujinkan Budo is is intended to preserve and enhance the lives of practitioners on all levels. From the simple joy of effective movement or as a physical model for moving successfully through life, to the same applications needed by those who developed these strategies and techniques in feudal times. Our practice offers something beneficial to people from all walks of life.
