The aiki taiso is a set of exercises related to the movements used in aikido techniques. Okinawan kobudo bo hojoundo dai ichi technique 1 jodan. This hojoundo is the first series of stick techniques that is learned in matayoshi kobudo. One of the facinating things of okinawan karate is their unique hojo undo training. I already know i screwed up some proportions and such. The chairman of the okinawa traditional kobudo preservation society bunbukan, he teaches in shuri, naha city, okinawa while giving many. Our classes consist of a warm up, followed by hojoundo supplementary exercises which drill individual techniques such as strikes, blocks and combinations. Unique signatures of okinawa kenpo karate kobudo by. I have already prepared a fairly comprehensive and popular webpage on staff weapons. Its the exercises that refer to those that should be carried out at the start of a lesson in order to warm up the body. This video covers the first technique of bo hojoundo dai ichi from matayoshi kobudo jodan uchi or upper level strike vertical strike to the. As june 15th, 2016, grandmaster fusei kise, kaicho isao kise, and the osmkkf okinawa shorinryu matsumura orthodox karate and kobudo federation have no interest in being involved with the ismskf, greg lazarus or jay gravelle as evidenced by the withdrawal of grandmaster kises support.
Online resources for the traditional japanese karate network covering shitoryu, goju, shotokan and okinawan martial arts includng kumite, kata and bunkai video, articles, books and downloads, karate. Nov 19, 2015 the matayoshi kobudo kodokan system teaches this in sai no hojo undo and the various sai kata, nicho sai, sancho sai and shinbaru no sai. Hazuki uke hira ken tsuki high block, four knuckle punch 5. Its introduction and the karate kobudo masters of shurite. Most of the weapons have their origin as farm or domestic implements and for that reason kobudo is known as the fighting art of the people. In my opinion they should be at least 20 to 30 minutes long to prepare the practitioners body for the type of martial arts that lies ahead. As with many martial arts, we operate a grading system to help your progression and give a manageable and planned approach to learning new content and skills. Martial arts have been practiced by the matayoshi family for over 9 generations and draw influence from japanese, chinese and indigenous okinawan martial. The mkagb is a nonprofit organisation founded to conduct regular. Matayoshi kobudo is a general term referring to the style of okinawan kobudo that was developed by matayoshi shinpo. Sanguinetti sensei incorporates in the regular kobudo training the use of nagai chiishi long stone lever weight, and bushikan makiwara striking post as part of the hojo undo set.
With the absence of any work on hojo undo, this book is destined to. The combatant must not only coordinate the movements of his or her own body, but also those of the weapons. International gojuryu kenshikai karatedokobudo association. If theres anything you think ive missed or should be corrected on, please let me know in the comments. These exercises are used to improve the muscles used in the actual karatetechniques. Team competition is conducted between three people in unison against each other. This video covers the first technique of bo hojoundo dai ichi from matayoshi kobudo jodan uchi or upper level strike vertical strike to the head. In addition to individual techniques, we also practise kata which is a set pattern of techniques which flow in a combat scenario. Sep 04, 2014 the implements used in hojo undo are made from stone and wood, and now have their modern counterparts in kettlebells and barbells. Soto uke, shuto uchi, ura uchi, shoken nuki block, chop, back fist, one knuckle punch 7. The ryukyu islands are a chain of islands extending southwest from the southern end of kyushu island in japan. Democratically run and noncommercial it began in 2006 and was later formally established in 2015 to preserve the teachings and integrity of matayoshi kobudo. The two most commonly used names for this art are hojojutsu and the alternative reading of the same kanji.
Move from hip, bend front knee as weight is shifted forward and back. At our dojo, hojo undo is a very important part of the training regiment and students come to perform hojo undo before. This video covers the fourth technique of bo hojo undo dai ichi from matayoshi kobudo gedan naname uchi or lower level. Midori yama budokai hanshis corner written by ron rogers. In okinawan karate, this type of training is largely associ ated with gojuryu and uechiryu, although it is found in some shorin groups. During 2009, this webpage will be researched and expanded so as to exclusively focus on my practice and knowledge of the way of the short staff. Here is the access download page of hojojutsu the art of tying your enemy pdf, click this link to download or read online. Official statement of the osmkkf regarding the ismskf, jay gravelle and greg lazarus july 11, 2016. Hojo undo one of the areas that is sometimes neglected in karate practice is hojo undo. These skills come from hojo undo basic techniques, kata forms, bunkai analysis of these forms and kumi waza prearranged sparring. Okinawa kobudo rengokai page 1 of 3 2015 international kobudo tournament kata and kumite rules and guidelines the following pages describe the rules and guidelines for the 44th annual international kobudo championships, presented by shitoryu karatedo genbukai on saturday, february 21, 2015. Zen okinawa kobudo renmei okinawa federation of kobudo.
These specialy designed exercises include makiwara, chi ishi, nigiri game, ishi sashi,jari bako, makiage kigu, and kongo ken. Hanshis corner written by ron rogers hanshi meiyo kyoju may 2010 ichi go, ichi e. Without hojo undo, a practitioner cannot reach the profound strength levels required for a lifetime of karate training. By short staff i mean a straight wooden staff or cane from 30 to 50.
Some would elaborate to its deeper meaning of doing what is easy, or going with the flow. Ashi o mae yoko ni nobasu undo leg lift and turn heels together, toes apart, hands on hips. The syllabus of weapons, kata practice and supplementary exercises aim to increase your ability with a weapon and to cultivate your spirit and outlook within martial arts. The kata names originate from the island or village where they.
This video is part of a series covering the basics of bo. In the past, the leading figures in the okinawan martial traditions practiced, and taught, a variety of techniques. Yamagawas dojo in the township of futema at or near the intersection of futema next to the. Matayoshi kobudo matayoshi kobudo, as it is commonly known, is offically named shadan hojin. Notable islands include okinawa and hama higa islands. Bo sai tonfa nunchaku programme ffkda kata, hojo undo, kumite. Okinawa kobudo burinkan dojo lineage diagram shinjo gima. Akamine eisuke sensei was one of those teachers who sustained that kobudo was used against the satsuma clan, and developed new kata after the invasion of the clan. Sensei salil is awarded with roku 6th dan kobudo by hanshi ted gambordella, ju 10th dan in kobudo in 2014. A history of weaponry styles and masters is a comprehensive and complete book on the origins of the okinawan kobudo weaponry. The matayoshi kobudo association of great britain is the original and largest matayoshi kobudo organisation in the uk. All ranks issued by the ikkf are bestowed by hanshi c. Bu jutsu pdf the word element bu is found in such japanese terms as budo, bujutsu, bushido.
The latest book by kobudo master and painter nakamoto masahiro. Looking at the various figures of okinawas martial past, this becomes immediately obvious. As with all the weapons taught in the matayoshi kobudo system it is steeped in partner work through its bunkai of the hojo undo and kata. Matayoshi kobudo is a globally recognised martial art, yet there is no real global consensus about what the art constitutes, when it was named or how it should be practised. Push knees backwards twice while bending forward at the waist. Kobudo competition takes the form of team and individual matches.
The syllabus is structured so that the student can build up their skills for each weapon. It contains a description of the early history of weaponry in the ryukyus. Yamada jirokichi, swordmaster fighting with weapons kobudo involves an additional element of complexity relative to emptyhand fighting. The implements used in hojo undo are made from stone and wood, and now have their modern counterparts in kettlebells and barbells. Okinawa traditional kobudo, by master nakamoto masahiro. Arms at hip level and moves forward and back like rowing a boat. Facebook is showing information to help you better understand the purpose of a page. Aug 04, 2017 this video covers the first technique of bo hojo undo dai ichi from matayoshi kobudo jodan uchi or upper level strike vertical strike to the head. Get hojojutsu the art of tying your enemy pdf file for free from our online library pdf file. Sensei salil is awarded go 5th dan kobudo by hanshi ted gambordella, ju 10th dan in kobudo in 2009. In the dojo matayoshi kobudu international uk branch. One life, one meeting ryukyu kobudo or okinawan ancient weapons for those of you who do traditional okinawan weapons, here is a list of books, which. Bruce heilman, president of the international karate kobudo federation, and practitioner of the arts for over 51 years rank accreditation.
The matayoshi kobudo kodokan system teaches this in sai no hojo undo and the various sai kata, nicho sai, sancho sai and shinbaru no sai. This video covers the fourth technique of bo hojoundo dai ichi from matayoshi kobudo gedan naname uchi or lower level diagonal strike. Jul 11, 2016 official statement of the osmkkf regarding the ismskf, jay gravelle and greg lazarus july 11, 2016. Aug 04, 2017 this video covers the absolute basics and fundamentals of using the bo. Hanshi heilmans personal ranks have been certified by hanshi seikichi odo, head of the okinawa kenpo karate kobudo system, okinawa, japan, and by the late hanshi robert trias. This video covers the fourth technique of bo hojoundo dai ichi from matayoshi kobudo. This book details how to construct and use many training tools. Okinawan kobudo bo hojoundo dai ichi technique 4 gedan. Comments on hojo undo from okinawan karate masters ymaa. Hiza o mawasu undo knee circles heels together, toes apart, bend at the waist. Martial arts have been practiced by the matayoshi family for over 9 generations and draw influence from japanese, chinese and indigenous okinawan martial arts styles.
Supplementary exercises with nagai chiishi helps to strengthen the grip and wrists, but mainly benefits the practitioner by understanding about the rotation of the body to be able to develop a proper technique with penetration. Sai second weapon of matayoshi kobudo matayoshi kobudu. Bruce heilman, 10th dan, founder ikkf okinawa kenpo karate kobudo koryu kan okinawa kenpo karate kobudo is a unique system of okinawan martial arts established by the late seikichi odo. Programme federal complet du kobudo 1er dan avec ses 4 armes. Hojojutsu is the term used to describe the japanese martial art of combative bondage. Individual match consists of individual performance in separate male and female divisions. This video covers the absolute basics and fundamentals of using the bo. Due to its large file size, this book may take longer to download. About budo jiujitsu budo is translated from japanese as the way of war. While today karate and kobudo are often considered separate practices, this is a relatively new phenomenon on okinawa.
Nakamoto masahiro is the first hanshi 10th dan black belt and the president of the okinawa prefecture kobudo federation. Like other arts such as aikido or judo we use the energy of the attacker against them. Hojojutsu the art of tying your enemy pdf best of all, they are entirely free to find, use and download, so there is no cost or stress at all. Though many are able or at least claim to be able to recognise what is matayoshi kobudo and what is not, the term is confusing and not without controversy. Today matayoshi kobudo is practised in over 2000 dojos worldwide and is considered by many to be the most comprehensive weapons system in existence with over 20 weapons comprising the syllabus. Okinawa kobudo burinkan dojo lineage diagram kimo wall russ smith shinjo gima matayoshi shinko gakiya yoshiaki. Within the matayoshi kobudo system the students are drilled in the bunkai for each of the weapons. The grading requirements for each grade for the ryukyu kobudo shimbukan association. In kobudo competition the contestants must perform a traditional kobudo kata. Ryukyu kobudo is the practice of martial arts weapons that developed in the ryukyu islands.
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