NORTHERN CRANE
Bujutsu Research Association

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Bushi Matsumura, Soke |
Self-defense and much more. In Japanese, Karate-do means "Empty Hand Path". This "path" represents the stages of mental and physical development through which each student must pass. We believe there is only one way to learn karate-do; through commitment, effort, patience, and self-discipline. There are no short cuts. If you take away the physical techniques from many martial arts, nothing is left. However if you take them away from true Karate-do, you will still find a strong moral foundation. |
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Nabe Matsumura, Hanshi |
Although self defense is the common denominator of all Martial Arts, in the traditional Karate-do Dojo (school) we learn to avoid physical confrontation whenever possible. This is incompatible with "Sport Karate", therefore the curriculum in a traditional Karate-do school like Northern Crane cannot be competitive or sport-oriented. Only as a last resort is the use of one's physical skills justified. The ultimate goal is to defeat an adversary without fighting at all. The more advanced one's fighting ability, the greater the need for self-restraint. The student of Karate-do exudes natural strength and confidence, but is above all humble, courteous and respectful of others. |
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Hohan Soken, Hanshi |
Dedicated practice of Karate-do builds confidence, self-esteem, and self discipline. It provides an enjoyable health and fitness activity for all ages and all levels of physical ability. The training develops flexibility, balance, strength, coordination, and promotes proper breathing and posture. Karate-do is an excellent form of relaxation, stress relief, and weight control. Of course it is an effective means of self-awareness and personal defense. |
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Phil Perez, Renshi |
Our program reinforces the principles of courtesy and respect, not only for instructors, but for peers and most importantly for oneself. In a traditional Karate dojo, participants gain a special sense of achievement and self-esteem. Students learn the principles of leadership, etiquette, self-discipline, and commitment. Academic and or occupational performance often improves as concentration and effort increases. While the physical techniques may rarely if ever be used in real life, Karate-do helps defend practitioners against greater dangers, those of unhealthy stress reducers, such as alcohol, tobacco, and drug abuse. In adolescence it also helps prevent juvenile delinquency because of overbearing peer pressure, and indiscriminant sexual conduct due lack of self control and self respect. |
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The real art of Karate-do is not a sport or merely a means of exercise. It is a physical, intellectual, and spiritual pursuit which is practiced in nearly every country in the world for self defense, health and longevity. Learning Karate-do is learning to face life's challenges and conditioning oneself to truly succeed. Once learned, it can never truly be lost or taken away.
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"Amidst the noise and rapid changes of modern society, one can find in karate-do a peace of mind that will never be shaken."
Shoshin Nagamine (1907-1996), Shorinryu Sensei, Founder of Matsubayashi/Shorinryu Karate System
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KARATE CURRICULUM At Northern Crane our Karatejutsu curriculum is primarily based on an active and ongoing research of the Bunkai (martial applications of motions - some quite disguised or hidden) in traditional Okinawan Karatejutsu / 'Karate' Kata (Empty Hand Forms) and Kobujutsu / 'Kobudo' Kata (Weapon Forms). Empty Hand Kata research includes unraveling information from Suidejutsu / 'Suide' Waza (Striking Techniques) Tuidejutsu / 'Tuide' Waza (Grappling Techniques) and Kyushojutsu / 'Kyusho' Waza (Vital Pressure Point Stimulation Techniques) as well as weapon disarming techniques. Our Karate Dojo is therefore not merely a place where self defense information is disseminated, but an association of individuals committed to the research and practice of authentic ancient Okinawan battlefield tested survival techniques. In essence we are a 'Bujutsu Kai' (Warrior or Samurai Arts Society) Research Association or Society dedicated to the study of Okinawan Samurai Fighting Arts. THESE ARE THE FIELDS OF STUDY RESEARCHED AND TAUGHT: SUIDEJUTSU: Striking Arts SUIDE KIHON: Basic Techniques (Kihon atemi waza)
SUIDE IPPON KUMITE: One Step Defense Training
TUIDEJUTSU: Grappling Arts (Tegumi / Jujitsu) TUIDE KIHON: Basics (tegumi waza)
TUIDE IPPON KUMITE: One Step Defense Training
KYUSHOJUTSU: Pressure Point Striking Arts*
TO VIEW AN ANATOMICAL REFERENCE CHART DETAILING THESE PRESSURE POINTS AND THEORY GO TO THE MASSAGE PORTION OF THE NORTHERN CRANE WEB PAGE. KOBUJUTSU: Traditional Weapon Arts* BO: Long Staff
SAI: Iron Truncheon
KAMA: Sickle
TUNFA: Wooden Baton
NUNCHAKU: Wooden Flail
KATANA (KENJUTSU): (Japanese Sword Arts)
TANTO (TANTOJUTSU): (Japanese Knife Arts)
KARATE & KOBUDO KATA TAUGHT AT NORTHERN CRANE: Traditional Karate Kata is the time proven method of imparting the most sophisticated techniques and information in a Karate System to a student. Therefore it is at the heart of Karate training. Kata training also trains the mind to stay in the moment so it is vital for survival in combat. MATSUMURA SHORINRYU KATA - Traditional Forms taught at Northern Crane:
ITALICS: Not "traditional" Okinawan Matsumura Kata KUMITE: Free Sparring (continuous)
ZAZEN: Zen Meditation Technique* SHIATSU: Traditional Okinawan/Japanese Futon Massage* MODERN WEAPON DEFENSE & DISARMS*
CRIME DEFENSE SEMINARS**
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Taught at appropriate age and experience level
** Open to the general public (pre-registration required/18 years old minimum): Call for more information. See self-defense Seminar link or Click Here. |
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