Welcome to our Dojo
Bujinkan Budo Taijutsu, or simply "ninjutsu" as it is commonly called is an authentic Japanese warrior art. Though famous for simply being a ninjutsu school, Bujinkan Budo Taijutsu is the collection of nine distinct ryuha (traditional schools of martial arts) of which Masaaki Hatsumi is the soke (lineal head). Some of these arts are pure ninjutsu and some are bujutsu of Samurai decent. To study Bujinkan Budo Taijutsu is to study the similarities and differences of these nine arts of combat, not just its ninjutsu side. With these two distinct philosophy's of the ninja and the samurai the Bujinkan practitioner has a unique way of dealing with conflict. By using the whole body as a weapon the Bujinkan practitioner is able to generate power from movement instead of strength. We are not considered a "soft style" or a "hard style" Bujinkan Budo Taijutsu is a system of flowing from one moment to the next using all of ones surroundings as a weapon. Sometimes called the "martial art of distance" we respect and use the distance, not just between ourselves and our opponents, but also between nature and our environment.
The Saint Louis Bujinkan Dojo is an official school, licensed in Japan under the supervision of Sensei Jason Kratz, and under the direction of Soke Masaaki Hatsumi (the last living ninja grandmaster). This dojo has been permitted to teach the traditional techniques, knowledge, and philosophy of Bujinkan Budo Taijutsu to the Saint Louis area. Our dojo is for serious students who want to learn the true ways of budo. The training is challenging, both mentally and physically. Because of this, training is only for adults who can show the patience and dedication needed for this art. Though many people apply for membership at this school, not everyone is accepted. Previous martial arts experience is not necessary, only a good heart, that deserves what we have to offer. As a student you are trained in strikes, kicks, locks, throws, submissions, pressure points, chokes, over a dozen traditional Japanese weapons, and most importantly the subtle movements that make our art unique and highly effective. If you would like to try a class please contact us to schedule a free lesson. If you can show the proper respect to our art, enthusiasm to learn, and above all the dedication needed to progress, you may be right for this art, and ready to join our dojo.
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