Adult Daito Ryu Aiki Jujutsu Study Group
Schedule
Wednesday: 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM (Please contact us before visiting)
Saturday: 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM (Please contact us before visiting)
We do not allow the observation of classes, preferring you try a class instead.
Ages 18 and up - exceptions for younger students when appropriate (please contact us)
Wednesday: 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM (Please contact us before visiting)
Saturday: 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM (Please contact us before visiting)
We do not allow the observation of classes, preferring you try a class instead.
Ages 18 and up - exceptions for younger students when appropriate (please contact us)
Why should you train in our Daito Ryu Aiki Jujutsu study group?
Most people have never heard of Daito Ryu Aiki Jujutsu. Daito Ryu is the parent art of Aikido. What is Aikido? Aikido is a martial art tracing back to feudal Japan samurai era weapons and battlefield training. Today, we preserve the old teachings through noncompetitive empty hand and weapons practice for women and men. It will improve your health, posture, patience, flexibility and movement, and teaches you how to safely fall. Aikido is a form of moving meditation. There is no winning and losing. In our modern times, Aikido is an art easily taken alongside your regular gym workout, yoga classes, other martial arts, painting, choir, sports, etc. The Daito Ryu curriculum is studied alongside Aikido. You will train in both arts. If you are still interested, please read on below for details.
Most people have never heard of Daito Ryu Aiki Jujutsu. Daito Ryu is the parent art of Aikido. What is Aikido? Aikido is a martial art tracing back to feudal Japan samurai era weapons and battlefield training. Today, we preserve the old teachings through noncompetitive empty hand and weapons practice for women and men. It will improve your health, posture, patience, flexibility and movement, and teaches you how to safely fall. Aikido is a form of moving meditation. There is no winning and losing. In our modern times, Aikido is an art easily taken alongside your regular gym workout, yoga classes, other martial arts, painting, choir, sports, etc. The Daito Ryu curriculum is studied alongside Aikido. You will train in both arts. If you are still interested, please read on below for details.
Curriculum:
Daito Ryu Aiki Jujutsu - The guidelines and curriculum as set forth by Roy Goldberg Sensei.
Emphasis:
Firstly - Overall Health and Well-being
Secondly - the safety and well-being of our training partners and the joy of practice
Lastly - the efficacy of martial training and martial techniques
It is our belief that the healthful aspects and the martial aspects are interwoven together and it is difficult to separate the two but we choose to emphasize one slightly over the other in most cases. We frown upon and do not elevate competitiveness for the sake of competitiveness or pride or ego, but if organically a student and another student, or group of students with a firm grasp of ukemi are interested in intensifying their martial training together it will happily be accommodated. Safety and the pleasure of practice is our design.
Daito Ryu Aiki Jujutsu - The guidelines and curriculum as set forth by Roy Goldberg Sensei.
Emphasis:
Firstly - Overall Health and Well-being
Secondly - the safety and well-being of our training partners and the joy of practice
Lastly - the efficacy of martial training and martial techniques
It is our belief that the healthful aspects and the martial aspects are interwoven together and it is difficult to separate the two but we choose to emphasize one slightly over the other in most cases. We frown upon and do not elevate competitiveness for the sake of competitiveness or pride or ego, but if organically a student and another student, or group of students with a firm grasp of ukemi are interested in intensifying their martial training together it will happily be accommodated. Safety and the pleasure of practice is our design.
Daito Ryu Aiki Jujutsu is a 1,200-year-old samurai martial art and National Treasure of Japan. Its core principles focus on subtle manipulations of balance that can complement and enrich any martial arts training. Daito Ryu is not just a set of techniques, but a mindset that can transform budo practice.
Once secret and passed generation to generation through the Takeda clan, the system of Daito Ryu Aiki Jujutsu was revived in the late 19th century by Sokaku Takeda, 32nd in line of the Takeda family. Takeda taught throughout Japan using a seminar system to spread the art. In the early 20th century he taught thousands of Japan’s highest ranked martial artists from Judo, Kenjutsu, Jujutsu and Karate.
It has directly influenced the development of many popular martial arts, such as Shorinji Kempo, Hakko Ryu Jujutsu, Hapkido and most famously Aikido, whose founder Morihei Ueshiba trained extensively in Daito Ryu.
If you would like more information about the Daito Ryu Aiki Jujutsu, please visit https://daitoryuaikijujutsu.net/.
Once secret and passed generation to generation through the Takeda clan, the system of Daito Ryu Aiki Jujutsu was revived in the late 19th century by Sokaku Takeda, 32nd in line of the Takeda family. Takeda taught throughout Japan using a seminar system to spread the art. In the early 20th century he taught thousands of Japan’s highest ranked martial artists from Judo, Kenjutsu, Jujutsu and Karate.
It has directly influenced the development of many popular martial arts, such as Shorinji Kempo, Hakko Ryu Jujutsu, Hapkido and most famously Aikido, whose founder Morihei Ueshiba trained extensively in Daito Ryu.
If you would like more information about the Daito Ryu Aiki Jujutsu, please visit https://daitoryuaikijujutsu.net/.
Study Group Details
Our Daito Ryu Aiki Jujutsu Study Group was officially recognized October 2016 and is run under the auspices of Roy Goldberg Sensei. This is the dojo's main program. This is a classical martial art focused curriculum. Please refer to the definition of koryu bujutsu. Daito Ryu is the parent art of Aikido and since there is a great deal of overlap and mutually-informing concepts, the Daito Ryu Study Group and the Aikido Study Group currently trains together. This program is a study of art, culture, and history.
Aspects of Daito Ryu:
The focus for this study group does not include the following:
Rank/Grading:
-Only offered when the student is ready. This is determined by the constant observance of the student's character, attitude, work ethic, attendance, and then lastly technical ability during practice. Please do not ask, request, or demand rank.
If our program is what you are looking for then please use the contact form below to request a visit.
Our Daito Ryu Aiki Jujutsu Study Group was officially recognized October 2016 and is run under the auspices of Roy Goldberg Sensei. This is the dojo's main program. This is a classical martial art focused curriculum. Please refer to the definition of koryu bujutsu. Daito Ryu is the parent art of Aikido and since there is a great deal of overlap and mutually-informing concepts, the Daito Ryu Study Group and the Aikido Study Group currently trains together. This program is a study of art, culture, and history.
Aspects of Daito Ryu:
- Mind-Body exercises
- Classical techniques
- Ukemi - safe falling
The focus for this study group does not include the following:
- Application for self defense
- Application for military, police, or detention
- Application for combat sport, competition, tournaments, etc.
Rank/Grading:
-Only offered when the student is ready. This is determined by the constant observance of the student's character, attitude, work ethic, attendance, and then lastly technical ability during practice. Please do not ask, request, or demand rank.
If our program is what you are looking for then please use the contact form below to request a visit.
Dress Code:
Please wear comfortable and weather appropriate clothing. Athletic wear and long pants are recommended. Students will normally be barefoot on the mats. Socks are not recommended as they can be slippery, but are accepted. If you already have a uniform, please only wear it if it is a white gi without patches and a white belt.
Cost: (First class is free to try)
Adult: $65/month
Senior (60+), Student, Military, CO, LEO Discount: $50/month
Drop-in/Per Class Rate: $10 - please pay at the beginning of class. 1st time visitors must contact us first.
We are not selling our techniques or arts. Fees or monthly dues are only necessary to pay toward the rent of the facility.
Required for Official Study Group Members:
Yearly Registration Fee: $40
Membership must be offered by the study group lead
Please wear comfortable and weather appropriate clothing. Athletic wear and long pants are recommended. Students will normally be barefoot on the mats. Socks are not recommended as they can be slippery, but are accepted. If you already have a uniform, please only wear it if it is a white gi without patches and a white belt.
Cost: (First class is free to try)
Adult: $65/month
Senior (60+), Student, Military, CO, LEO Discount: $50/month
Drop-in/Per Class Rate: $10 - please pay at the beginning of class. 1st time visitors must contact us first.
We are not selling our techniques or arts. Fees or monthly dues are only necessary to pay toward the rent of the facility.
Required for Official Study Group Members:
Yearly Registration Fee: $40
Membership must be offered by the study group lead
The Daito Ryu Aiki Jujutsu study group meets for practice at:
Pro-Karate Grand Rapids
652 28th St SW Ste B
Grand Rapids, MI 49509
We are in the tan building on the left. Parking is in the back of the building.
Pro-Karate Grand Rapids
652 28th St SW Ste B
Grand Rapids, MI 49509
We are in the tan building on the left. Parking is in the back of the building.
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Next Step:
If you are interested in visiting for a free trial class, please also complete the Student Registration form. This is required before coming to class.
If you are interested in visiting for a free trial class, please also complete the Student Registration form. This is required before coming to class.