Introduction

Initially the practice of martial disciplines (bujutsu) served exclusively the purpose of warfare. Later, during the Edo period (1603-1868), bujutsu gradually developed into budo, this means that we practise not to become warriors but to develop our mental and physical capabilities.

In Takeda Ryu Kobilza Ha we teach the following disciplines:

Aikido

Weaponless self-defence

mainly based on throwing and immobilization techniques (not identical with those 20 century styles of Aikido, like e.g. Ueshiba Aikido, derived from Daito Ryu)

Jukempo

Fist-fighting method

combines Takeda Jujitsu techniques with Chinese Kempo; comprises hitting, kicking and blocking techniques as well as locks and throws and immobilization techniques

Shugijutsu

Fighting method using short sticks

part of Takeda Ryu Jodo, comprises hitting, kicking and blocking techniques as well as locks, throws, immobilization and transportation techniques

Iaido

The art of handling a sword

quick drawing and precise cutting (including battogiri, real cutting) as well as the strategy are mainly taught here

Kendo

Fencing

also named Sobukendo,
part of Takeda Ryu swordsmanship,
comprises strategic fencing exercises, which also include throws, as well as ancient Kenjutsu (Tachikendo)

Shurikenjutsu

The art of throwing spikes

in the Takeda style mainly used in combination with the sword, therefore taught as part of Iaido on the upper level

Jodo

Stick-fighting method using sticks/staffs (jo/bo) of different lengths

comprises hitting, kicking and blocking techniques as well as locks, throws and immobilization techniques

BUJUTSU IDO

Budo medicine

traditional methods of first aid but also knowledge of kyusho (vital points) and more

Jujitsu

Free form of combat

for attacking and defending based on Takeda Ryu Sobudo; basically a method of unarmed combat, however including the use of almost any available weapon if possible; comprises hitting, kicking and blocking techniques, locks, throws, immobilization and transportation techniques, but also tying up and choking techniques

ISTB represents a concept of a budo practice that is reflected by the designation “Sobudo” (complete budo), i.e. the comprehensive training of all of a school’s martial disciplines. However, this is not a must for our members but an offer to them; they may choose either a single discipline or any combination of two or more disciplines from our budo.

  • KATA, formal exercises (previously determined training sequences)

  • RANDORI, free-fighting training

  • SHIAI, competition

Beside the fact that we practise budo simply because we like to practise budo, the objective of our practice also is to develop personalities that are capable of mastering with equanimity not only combat situations, but also the general challenges of everyday life by means of

  • an alert mind

  • a sturdy body

  • a strong will

  • a positive approach to life

  • a tolerant attitude

  • kind deads