Bujinkan Fundamentals

All techniques and fundamentals discussed require the guidance of a qualified Bujinkan instructor.

Areas of Ninpo Study

The folling studies outline the pragmatic approach we take to survival. While these practices were developed hundreds of years ago, the techniques and muscle memory acquired, are just as applicible today as they were when developed by the ancient shinobi.

  1. Taiso (Stretching & Conditioning)
  2. Taijutsu (Unarmed Combat Arts)
  3. Bojutsu (Stick Fighting Arts)
  4. Tantojutsu (Knife Fighting Arts)
  5. Shurikenjutsu (Blade Throwing Arts)
  6. Kenjutsu (Sword Fighting Arts)
  7. Hojutsu (Firearms)
  8. Yarijutsu (Spear Fighting Arts)
  9. Hojojutsu (Rope Tying Arts)
  10. Meiso (Meditation Techniques)
  11. Ninki (Specialized Ninja Tools)
  12. Naginatajutsu (Halberd Fighting Arts)
  13. Juttejutsu (Iron Truncheon Fighting Arts)
  14. Bisento (Battlefield Halberd Fighting Arts)
  15. Gotonpo (Use of Natural Elements for Escape & Evasion)
  16. Kusarifundojutsu (Weighted Chain Fighting Arts)
  17. Kyoketsu Shoge (Dagger, Rope, & Iron Ring Fighting Arts)
  18. Kusarigamajutsu (Chain & Sickle Fighting Arts)
  19. Heiho (Combat Strategy)

Kihon Happo

Kihon Happo, or the “Eight Fundamentals,” are one of the major building blocks of Budo Taijutsu. Constant refinement and perfect practice of these movements are what make one flexible and versatile in whatever circumstance they encounter, using whatever means they've developed in the pursuit of ninpo. The following are Kosshi Sanpo Waza, or the foundational three-method techniques.

  1. Ichimonji no Kata
  2. Hicho no Kata
  3. Jumonji no Kata

Below are the Torite Goho (five) Kata, which are responses to various grabs to the defender's body and clothing. They can also be used fluidly against strikes and other offenses.

  1. Omote gyaku
  2. Ura gyaku
  3. Ganseki nage
  4. Oni-kudaki
  5. Musha dori

Hoken Juroppo Uchi (Striking with 16 fists)

Another fundamental of Budo Taijutsu is Hoken Juroppo Uchi (16 fists strikes). These fists are unique to this art in the way they are deliverd via angle, timing, and body movement.

  1. KIKAKUKEN (ZUTSUKI) – Head butt
  2. SHUKIKEN – Elbow smash
  3. FUDOKEN (KONGOKEN) – Clenched fist strike
  4. KITENKEN (SHUTO) – Open hand palm edge strike
  5. SHISHINKEN – Any individual fingertip as a striking weapon
  6. SHITANKEN – 3 or 4 fingertips together as a stabbing spear
  7. SHAKOKEN – Palm & fingertip claw
  8. SHITOKEN – Extended thumb stab
  9. SHIKANKEN – Extended knuckle fist
  10. KOPPOKEN – Middle knuckle of folded thumb as a strike point
  11. HAPPAKEN – Open hand slapping strike
  12. SOKKIKEN – Knee strike
  13. SOKUYAKU – Bottom of foot stomp kick
  14. SOKUGYAKU – Toe drive kick
  15. TAIKEN – Any part of the body as a weapon; shoulder, hips, etc.
  16. SHIZENKEN – Total body weapon variations

Bujinkan Indy Updates

Midwest Bujinkan Tai Kai 2012

Friday, August 10th–12th, 2012
Location:
Hilton Fort Wayne
(Grand Wayne Convention Center)
1020 South Calhoun Street
Fort Wayne, IN 46802-3005
tel: 1-260-420-1100

Description:

(from official site)…It's difficult to believe five years have passed since the Dayton Bujinkan Dojo first hosted this event in respects to Masaaki Hatsumi-Soke asking us to aid in the building and strengthening of…(more)

More Info: Midwest Bujinkan Tai Kai 2012 official site

Cost:
from May 1st — June 30th: $175
from July 1st — August 10th: $200

CHICAGOLAND BUJINKAN SEMINAR
with Shihan Jack Hoban

Saturday, April 21st, 2012
1pm–4pm
Location:
Darien Park District Community Center
(Bujinkan Shingitai-Ichi Dojo)
7301 Fairview Avenue
Darien, IL 60561-3567
tel: (317) 571-0244

Description:

Long-time Bujinkan practicioner and retired U.S. Marine Corps Captain, Shihan Jack Hoban will conduct a workshop on Bujinkan Budo Taijutsu, Kihon Happo, defending others, and weapons training.

Contact: Jim Morganelli

More Info: bujinkan shingitai-ichi dojo blog

Cost: $75

2012 Three Dojo Workshop

Saturday, April 14th, 2012
1pm–4pm
Location:
Indianapolis Bujinkan Dojo
1132 S Range Line Rd #1
Carmel, IN 46032
tel: (317) 571-0244

Description:

This is the SECOND of four workshops for 2012. Instructors from Bujinkan Indy, Bujinkan Kosciusko, and Central Ohio Bujinkan Dojos will be leading a workshop, combining rokushakubo and sword techniques.

Cost: $50

Purdue University Yanagi Shibu hosts Instructor,
Karl Koch — 15th Dan

Saturday, January 28, 2012
Registration: 10:30–11am.
Training:11am–4pm
Location:
Matthews Building — Room 304 (MTHW-304), Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN 47907

Description:

Join us on the West Lafayette, IN, Purdue University Campus for a Bujinkan seminar with Karl and Carol Koch focusing on this year's training theme of “Futsu”. Participation is open to all interested students of martial art and styles. Beginners welcome — no experience necessary. Wear your current martial art uniform or standard gym attire with long sweat pants.

Note: No video cameras or live blades/weapons are permitted.

Cost:
$50 per person.

Download the flier.

2012 Three Dojo Workshop

Saturday, Jan 21, 2012
1pm–5pm hrs
Location:
Central Ohio Bujinkan Dojo, 3003 Silver Drive, Columbus, Ohio 43213

Description:

This will be the first of four workshops for 2012. Instructors from Bujinkan Indy, Bujinkan Kosciusko, and Central Ohio Bujinkan Dojos will be leading a workshop reviewing the 2011 theme — Kihon Happo and exploring the 2012 theme that will be revealed in December 2011.

Cost:
$50 prepay–$75 at the door.

Threat Assessment Course

Course Itinerary:
Friday 1/6 1800 – 2100pm Location TBA Lecture
Saturday 1/7 0800 – ? Location TBA Practicals and classroom
Sunday 1/8 0900 – Noon AAR (After Action Report)
Location: TBA

Description:

(as per release) “…Jeff Walker will be teaching a 'Threat Assessment Course' Jan 6th–8th 2012 in Indianapolis Indiana. This course is geared for the Protective Service Team working in a high-threat environment and will cover everything from IED's to Active shooters. Even if you don't work on a PSD team this will be valuable info for day-to-day life as things are getting more violent in the US and for those who travel outside the US.… Please feel free to invite anyone you think may benefit from this course!…

Cost:
$100 prepay | Paypal (zimmermanjz1@gmail.com)

Mail:
Jay Zimmerman
5214 Pontiac Trail
Ann Arbor, MI 48105

Zentai Martial Arts End of the Year Seminar

Saturday, Nov 12, 2011
1000–1700 hrs
Location:
Zentai Martial Arts, 5310 Merchandise Drive, Ft. Wayne, Indiana

Presented By:
Michael Asuncion-Shihan (Tentative)
Karl Koch-Shihan
Jay Zimmerman-Shihan
Jim McDairmant-Shidoshi

Zentai Martial Arts “2011–End of the Year Seminar & Dinner,” topics to include: Bujinkan Budo Taijutsu and to strengthen the community between these dojos. Dinner 8pm, Lone Star Steak House.

Cost: $70.00. More info, email Zentai Martial Arts.

Purdue University Yanagi Shibu Hosts Karl Koch — 15th Dan

Saturday, Oct 15th, 2011
1100–1600 hrs
Registration starts
at 1030–1100 hrs.
Location:
Matthews Building — Room 304 (MTHW-304), Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN 47907

Join us on the West Lafayette, IN, Purdue University Campus for a Bujinkan seminar with Karl Koch focusing on this year's training theme of Kihon Happo. Mr. Koch will be in Japan over the last two weeks of September. He will bring to the seminar recent information and training news from the Hombu to the seminar.

Participation is open to all interested students of martial art and styles. Beginners welcome — no experience necessary. Wear your current martial art uniform or gym attire with long sweat pants.

Note: No video cameras or live blades/weapons are permitted.

Cost: $50.00 / per person.

Download this pdf for more info.

Bujinkan Kosciusko Dojo Monthly Workshop

Saturday, Oct 8, 2011
1000–1700 hrs
Location:
(weather Permitting)
Tri-County Fish and Game Area North Webster, Indiana

Alternative Location:
Bujinkan Kosciusko Dojo
118 S. Lake St.
Warsaw, IN 46580

Instructor:
Jim McDairmant-Shidoshi

For our October monthly workshop, well will continue to cover the techniques found in the Gokko Ryu Kosshijutsu—Chu ryaku no Maki. There are 8 techniques in this collection, we will focus on the last 4, with various henka.

Cost: $35.00 Prepay — $50.00 at the door.

Saturday, August 27, 2011 | 1200-1700 hrs

Central Ohio Bujinkan Dojo is happy to host Sensei Johnson and his August Workshop in Columbus. In addition to the normal details, there are some slight adjustments for Columbus. Specifically, time change (noon), location (ohio), and payment information.

Continuing the theme of Kihon Hoppou. $75.00 pre-registration $100.00 at the door. Central Ohio Bujinkan Dojo holds class at the Team Karate Center – 39B South Yearling Road, Columbus Ohio 43213 – see warriorone.net for directions. Dinner will follow – location to be determined.