Itten DojoMartial Arts of Japan

701 West Simpson Street, Suite CMechanicsburg, PA 17055-3716

717.766.8871

Email: ittendojocho@cs.comWeb: www.ittendojo.org

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Nippon Budo — Martial Arts of Japan

Derived from the classical martial arts of Japan, budo offers a rapid path to personal growth and improve-ment. Although the ghting techniques of budo are identical to those of bujutsu (martial science), the goal of training is quite different. While the student of bujutsu trains for protection, and is satised when a technique becomes usable, the student of budo trains for perfection in the awless execution of technique. Budo begins where bujutsu ends.

The mindset developed by training in classical martial arts is far more important than even the physical techniques and strategies we practice. While few of us will ever actually face the threat of sudden violence, a stronger and more focused mindset will absolutely improve normal, everyday life. From dealing with routine stress to making optimal business decisions, classical martial arts training provides a proven foundation on which to build a successful life — a life of accomplishment, tness, security, and balance.

The average beginner can expect to see major changes in both mind and body within the rst few months of training.

This path is not for everyone, but is open to anyone. Budo demands hard work and dedication, and can become a lifelong pursuit. Practitioners of any true budo will still consider themselves students even after 50 years of training — and they will have stayed with training that long because, in addition to all its other benets, training in classical martial arts is an incredible amount of fun.

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Yamate-ryu Aikijutsu

Aikijutsu is an unarmed combat art derived from Daito-ryu aikijujutsu and closely related to Japanese swordsmanship. Students of aikijutsu learn to counter attacks by throwing or pinning an opponent, most often by means of locking one or more joints. Because the opponent is controlled through a mechanical linkage, rather than by application of pain, aikijutsu is a matter of skill and not brute force. The objective of the art is to gain absolute control of an attacker, both physically and spiritually, allowing the possibility an opponent can be deterred or restrained with minimal harm. The art provides a wide range of responses to aggression, and is especially appropriate for study by women, law enforcement ofcers, and those who enjoy the challenge of sophisticated technique. Practices are available throughout the week — please refer to the current class schedule for days and times. Prospective students of aikijutsu must be at least 14 years of age. Required training equipment is limited to a proper uniform and a bokken.

Itto Tenshin-ryu Kenjutsu

Swordsmanship is particularly suited to those seeking the depth and sophistication of weapons arts; students who are ready to pursue precise, dynamic, physically challenging, and intellectually demanding training. Itto Tenshin-ryu is a relatively modern style of kenjutsu dating to the late 1800’s, and emphasizes the development of a strong and committed spirit. Practices are conducted in a structured, class format allowing students of different levels of experience and ability to practice together, building a powerful sense of community and shared purpose. Training includes paired, combative forms with bokken, solo forms and cutting of targets with “live,” steel swords, supplemental study of other weapons, and jujutsu. Practices are held Wednesday evenings and Saturday mornings. Prospective students must be at least 16 years of age and must acquire a Japanese sword, approved for use in class. We can provide recommendations. The required uniform and wooden weapons can be ordered through the dojo.

The Dojo

In the same way a Japanese sword is created through the heat and pressure of a forge, a martial artist is crafted by means of the intensity and shared purpose of a dojo. Within the dojo, rank is determined solely on the basis of demonstrated performance, and expectations of women are the same as those for men of comparable size. New students — especially those without prior martial arts experience or current participation in athletics — are guided very carefully in their early training, so that they are able to build the requisite level of physical conditioning and basic skill without undue risk of injury or discouragement. While the necessary uniforms and equipment required for training can be obtained through the dojo, only the prospective student can provide the most important ingredients for the creation of a martial artist — enthusiasm, dedication, a strong sense of fun and adventure, and the ability to retain forever the receptiveness of a beginner’s mind. Previous experience is not required!