We practice a Japanese martial art known as Bujinkan Budo Taijutsu, which is based on various ancient wartime fighting styles. In our technique-focused sessions we explore traditional forms from different schools of martial arts included in Bujinkan, and their applications. Free-form practice - or sparring and randori - is not emphasised and competition is not part of the style.

We practice among other things:
Jutai jutsu - Locks, throws and strangles
Daken taijutsu - Striking and kicking techniques
Mutodori jutsu - Unarmed techniques against armed opponents
Ken jutsu - Sword techniques
Bo jutsu - Staff techniques
Naginata jutsu - Japanese polearm techniques
So jutsu - Japanese spear techniques
Shuriken jutsu - Traditional japanese throwing weapons, especially the straight, nail-like bo shuriken techniques
Kusari Kama / Kyoketsu Shoge jutsu - Chained and roped weapon techniques

Bujinkan emphasizes the use of taijutsu, in other words the proper and correct use of the body. When done properly and accurately, the practice movements support each other and teach how you can move in an ergonomic and efficient fashion. Katas, i.e. traditional movement sets were developed during a time of constant warfare in Japan and are designed to cause injury. Due to this we practice in a slow and steady fashion and pay special attention to practicing falling and receiving strikes safely.