OKUDEN KARATE JUTSU

KATA AND BUNKAI JUTSU

Since 1996 Okuden Karate Jutsu has focused on practical self-defense against the full spectrum of interpersonal violence. We focus on bunkai jutsu, the self-defense templates embedded in kata. Okuden Karate Jutsu teaches both Gendai (modern) and Koryu (classical) versions of those kata common to Wado Ryu, Chito Ryu and other Karate systems.

All Karate emphasizes courtesy, perseverance, ethical conduct and loyalty. These timeless principles have established Karate as an effective path to mental, spiritual and physical health.

Aggressive and predatory individuals are often deterred by the quiet confidence and resolve of the serious martial artist. Avoiding violence though discernment and personal discretion is the safest way to negotiate conflicts and physical technique is always a last resort. That said, people have the legal right to use reasonable force in self-defense.

Adult learners are welcome at Okuden Karate Jutsu, especially beginners and those of limited athletic experience. Teenagers over 14 years are also welcome if accompanied by an adult guardian. Our classes feature partner and solo drills easily-modified to suit an individual's skill and strength. Flexible and personalized instruction encourages learners to progress and develop functional spontaneity.

TRAINING METHODS AND INTENTIONS

Karate Jutsu (sometimes called Kenpo Jutsu) is the older version of Karate. It features escapes, vital point strikes, throws, strangulations/chokes, joint locks and prone grappling techniques that are supported by kata as a memory tool. These techniques and the Koryu kata philosophy are generally absent from Karate Do cirriculums although some systems add "self-defence" borrowed from Ju Jujutsu.

SENSEI DUCHESNEY TRAINING BY THE SEA

It is important to achknowledge that Karate Do training methods mainly prepare students for rule-bound matches against other Karateka. In such competitive scenarios, the technical range is limited to medium and long range hand and foot techniques at various levels of intensity. Therefore, competitive sparring is best viewed as an element of training rather than Karate's main focus. Disciplined free sparring instills fighting spirit, improves timing and familiarizes students with physical confrontation.

Martial artists and combat sport athletes must understand how training methods effect outcome because people under duress respond with ingrained reactions. If those reactions don't spontaneously match an incoming attack, success is unlikely. With the possible exception of elite full-contact fighters, few learners are capable of automatically switching from sport to survival tactics on a reliable basis. Sixteenth century samurai philosopher Mushashi Myamoto advised his students to train as if they were fighting for survival against a ruthless opponent[s].

Technical matters aside, all Karate emphasizes courtesy, perseverance, ethical conduct and loyalty. These timeless principles have established Karate as a positive force for peace and good will.

MUTUAL RESPECT IN A COOPERATIVE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT