Shinriryu Classes are held at Tora Dojo Shinsei Budo located at 40-3 Pier Lane West, Fairfield, New Jersey 973.808.1818
Our approach to Self Defense Instruction:
Contained within the basics are principles which are the actual lessons of the techniques. The introduction of basic techniques follow an order where subsequent principles build onto previous ones. Which develop into a method of self defense built on concepts, not just a series of techniques. The focus is for the student to internalize concepts such as kuzushi (breaking of balance), metsubushi (disruption), atemi (striking), nage (throwing) and osae (pinning).
Once a student learns these basics, he/she is able to develop their own variations using combinations or unique applications of basic principles for a potentially infinite number of circumstances.
This process allows the student to create techniques and applications suited to one's own needs and circumstances, rather than blindly memorizing the techniques taught by instructors. The understanding of the art is internalized,which leaves the student better armed to defend themselves. With Shinriryu Goshinjutsu, one achieves the ability to create and adapt rather than merely imitate. This ability is encouraged since the circumstance that one may have to use the art is potentially a life threatening one.
