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Advanced Stick Fighting

Joe — Wed, 16 Mar 2011 08:00:31 +0000

In 2005 Hatsumi-sensei released his new book, Advanced Stick Fighting. Almost immediately, this book about the long staff was compared to his earlier book called Stick Fighting (publiched in the early-1970s) about short stick training. Both continue to be considered “must read” in the stick fighting community.

“I think it is good to push yourself to the extreme; to push your mind and body to the point of imminent death has a purpose during a time of war. The tradition of severe training in the martial arts aims to awaken inner power. However, when the time comes, change swiftly. This is tenkan, in other words, being able to control yourself.” — Masaaki Hatsumi

Way of the Ninja

Joe — Wed, 23 Feb 2011 09:00:44 +0000

The Way of the Ninja was released in 2004 and it was a instant hit. During a phone conversation with the publisher’s representative I was informed the first edition sold out so fast that it was totally unexpected. It had been well publicized, anticipated and received. The Japanese text was placed as an appendix in the second or third edition.

“One never knows when a fight might start.That is why in budo one keeps prepared, so that should a fight arise, one can settle it as quickly as possible. In a dangerous situation, you act swiftly, without any hesitation. That is the secret of winning.” –Masaaki Hatsumi

April 2009 Sword Fight In Indianapolis

Joe — Tue, 14 Apr 2009 13:30:48 +0000

So, someone sent me a link to an article with the title, “Indianapolis woman dies trying to stop sword fight.” You are thinking, of course, that the article is probably a historical piece in which we learn… Nope. Forget it. The article is dated Thursday, April 9, 2009.

Now while this alone can’t explain to you why I study sword arts; it does negate the, “but nobody fights with swords” comments I get.

“A 77-year-old woman suffered a fatal stab wound while trying to break up a sword fight Thursday between her grandson and brother-in-law, police said.“

Dojo DVD Four Sale

Joe — Mon, 30 Mar 2009 22:11:53 +0000

Bujinkan Four Winds Seminar (2008 – DVD)
http://bnyd.com/dvd/

On December 14, 2008, the Bujinkan New York Dojo offered a wonderful event with four senior Bujinkan instructors:
Joe Maurantionio, shihan (training since 1983)
Glenn Catania, shidoshi (training since 1985)
Don Houle, shidoshi (training since 1986)
Fred Feddeck, shidoshi (training since 1993)

Attended by Bujinkan students from all over the Metro NY/NJ area, each of the instructors shared lessons to help everyone in attendance infuse their training with concepts of ninjutsu.

DVD copies are available! All purchases will be shipped out within 72 hours of payment. $29.95 plus $3 shipping!

Follow this link, watch a short video clip and buy the DVD:
http://bnyd.com/dvd/

Watch a video clip:

Four Winds 2008 – Infusing Ninjutsu

Joe — Tue, 16 Dec 2008 22:15:06 +0000

Joe, Glenn, Fred and Don training.

This past Sunday, the Bujinkan New York Dojo was proud to host the 3rd annual Bujinkan Four Winds Seminar. Instruction was lead by Glenn Catania (shidoshi), Fred Feddeck (shidoshi), Don Houle (shidoshi) and joe Maurantonio (judan shidoshi).

Attended by about 21 people from all over the Metro NY/NJ area, the event shared lessons that were to help all Infuse Ninjutsu into their training. Topics included Controlling the Distance, Beyond Fundamentals, Intensity of the Tiger and the Sword of the Dragon.

It was a great time and after the training we all stayed around for pizza and snacks. Thanks to the instructors and the students for making it such a wonderful and insightful time.