Briefly in English

Hokutoryu Ju-Jutsu

Hokutoryu ju-jutsu is the most complete, effective, and innovative reality-based martial art style. It is based on a traditional Japanese combat system that has been adapted to meet the needs of the modern society. Hokutoryu ju-jutsu combines correct timing of defense and offense including joint locks, holds, throws, takedowns, chokes, kicks, and punches to subdue or disable one or more unarmed or armed opponents. Training also includes defense against armed assault.

Hokutoryu ju-jutsu training includes effective martial arts combat techniques and different levels of fitness and streching exercises, making it a widely practiced martial art among ordinary citizens, police, military and security personnel around the world.

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Kenjutsu

Kenjutsu refers to the traditional Japanese art of sword fighting. The style of kenjutsu we practice is Koden Enshin Ryu, which originated in Japan in the 16^th century. In Japanese history, the sword was traditionally seen as the soul of the warrior and was believed to possess divine power. For these reasons, kenjutsu is one of the most highly respected martial arts. It is based on battlefield experience and practices developed by individual warriors. Educated warriors of the highest rank always carried a sword and studied kenjutsu above any other martial art.

Kenjutsu is usually practiced with a wooden sword (bokken). Perception of the distance necessitated by the long blade and precise timing of techniques are key elements in kenjutsu training. A typical training session consists of

• 30% basic training: stands, strikes, and blocks
• 30% kata training
• 40% training with a partner: fast, moving techniques with contact + sparring

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