Mastering the Arts of War to Live in Peace
The Bushi were the warriors of old Japan. These were professionals who dedicated their lives to mastering the warrior arts. The main and most well-known group were the samurai, who fought battles to defend their provinces from attack. Other Bushi included the Yamabushi who were warrior monks, and the ninja who were the ancient version of special forces that were often used to find or create weaknesses in the enemy’s defenses so that the enemy could be overcome. The skills of these warriors have been passed down to the modern era and provide the most effective and efficient methods to defend oneself.
Conquering fear is the warrior’s path to enlightenment.
Those who are consumed with fear cannot perceive truth clearly. Fear leads to anger, then hatred, then rash acts that violate the laws of man and the principles of heaven. A warrior walks the path of bettering his mind and strengthening his spirit to obtain the ultimate warrior skills and perceive the imperceptible.
Reality Check
So you’ve seen the latest Hollywood action thriller and some MMA competitions and you are looking to transform yourself into a fighting machine. To be clear, Hollywood fight scenes are highly choreographed and real combat is often much different. Also sports have rules, padded floors, and a referee – things not found on a battlefield nor the mean streets of any big city. Action choreography and sports are worthy occupations, but if that is what you want to do, this is not the right place to find it. If you are looking for highly effective techniques and practical training methods to handle the most dangerous attacks to keep yourself and family safe from criminals, this is the sort of place to find that training. Welcome.
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About our Dōjō
The Kochō Dōjō is not like some simple self-defense school in a strip mall with padded floors and kids running around. Since most random crime happens outside, our training is outside on uneven terrain. Enduring some hardships is the only way to strengthen our body, mind, and spirit to the point of reliably handling life and death struggles. Please browse this website if you wish to learn more.
