Frequently Asked Questions
I HAVE NO MARITAL ARTS EXPERIENCE, CAN I START?
Yes, we welcome beginners with no previous experience.
WHAT IS THE MINIMUM STARTING AGE?
As we are an adult dōjō, we prefer students to be at least 18 years old.
I AM OVER 60, CAN I START TRAINING?
Yes, you can start training regardless of age and work at your own pace.
ARE THERE COMPETITIONS OR SPARRING?
No, rather than using marital arts to compete with others, we practice basic techniques repeatedly until we are able to respond naturally to an attack.
WHAT EQUIPMENT DO I NEED AND HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?
In the very beginning you don't need anything other than some gym clothes you can train in, but if you have a uniform from another marital art you can wear that. Once you decide to join, you will need to purchase a black martial arts uniform. It also good to purchase your own training weapons, particularly to practice at home, but we always have enough equipment at the dōjō to borrow for practice. We don't sell uniforms or equipment at our dōjō but can recommend suppliers to purchase from.
HOW OFTEN DO I NEED TO TRAIN EACH WEEK?
We recommend getting to training as often as possible, but even if you are only able to get to training once a week you can still make good progress.
CAN I TRAIN WITH OTHER MARTIAL ARTS GROUPS?
Yes, you can still train with other martial arts groups.
CAN I TRAIN AT OTHER BUJINKAN DOJO?
Yes, we welcome occasional visitors from other Bujinkan Dōjō and those visiting on holiday from overseas.
CAN I KEEP THE DAN / KYU RANK I HAVE FROM ANOTHER DOJO?
Yes, we recognise your previous rank in the Bujinkan. Please let us know before joining.
IS THERE ANY DISTANCE LEARNING?
We don't provide distance learning but may be able to recommend another dōjō closer to you.
SOMETIMES I HAVE TO WORK OVERTIME ON TRAINING DAYS, IS IT OKAY TO BE LATE?
Yes, it is okay if you have to arrive late or leave early due to work or family commitments.
I AM NOT VERY FIT, IS THAT OKAY?
As a beginner we will set training at a level that you can manage and you can train at your own pace. If you train correctly you will quickly get fit enough for regular training.
I AM NOT VERY FLEXIBLE, IS THAT OKAY?
After joining we will set you some specific exercises to increase your flexibility.
HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO GET A BLACK BELT?
It depends on the individual and how much effort they put into training. There is no specific tests, curriculum for ranks or gradings - the assessment is made by the instructor through continuous observation and assessment of each student's progress. For a person who attends training consistently, in addition to practice at home, they can expect to get to black belt in about two years.
Contact
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