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Who Are We
We are a Canberra based group formed in 2007 to study Budo - a Japanese term used to describe martial ways. The name Kuroyama, is in acknowledgement of Black Mountain, a prominent feature of Canberra, where we established our original dojo.
The study of Budo is not solely about the practice of the physical and technical aspects of fighting (the creation of "fighting warriors" or mixed martial artists with the singular concern of how to best defeat an enemy). Budo has a deeper goal of developing oneself mentally and spiritually. Practice is designed to preserve the ancient combat techniques, with the aim of helping the modern student to achieve control and co-ordination of mind and body through repeated practice. We offer the following classes in Budo Arts.
Iaidō
Cook Dojo
The study of controlled swordsmanship achieved through drawing the sword from its sheath and performing a series of cutting actions in response to an attack. We study the Seitei Iaido Kata of the All Japan Kendo Renmei [ZNKR] and for advanced students may deepen their study through the practise of Koryū (old school) of Musō Jikiden Eishin Ryū [MJER].
Wed
6.30p - 7.30p [ZNKR]
Sat
9.30a - 10.30a [ZNKR]
10.30-11.15 [MJER]
Jōdō
Cook Dojo
The study of a four foot wooden staff to defend against an attack from a Japanese sword. We study the Seitei Jodo Kata of the All Japan Kendo Renmei [ZNKR] and for advanced students may deepen their study through the practise of Koryū (old school) of Shindo Muso Ryū [SMR].
Sat
8.30a - 9.30a [ZNKR]
Thu
7.00p - 8.00p [SMR]
Aikidō
Mitchel Dojo
The study of body movements to evade or redirect a committed attack to enable opportunities for throws, joint-locks, escapes or counter strikes. We study teachings from several lineages within the Aikikai direct from high ranking teachers in Australia and Japan.
Mon
6.00p - 7.00p [beginners]
7.00p - 8.30p [Yudansha]
Kyudō
Cook Dojo
The study of Japanese archery and etiquette using the Japanese longbow.
Wed
6.45p - 8.15p
Naginata Jutsu
Cook Dojo
The study of the longer range battlefield weapon of a wooden staff with a curved blade on the end. We study the Koryū (old school) kata of Toda-ha Bukō-ryū.
Thu
8.00p - 9.00p