Jodo
“The Way of the Staff”. Jodo, a Japanese art of the staff, is designed to defend against someone with a sword. Its spirit
is not to injure the opponent but utilize techniques that demonstrate the true versatility of the weapon.
Practitioners will learn the use of the staff and sword in a noncompetitive environment using kata-based partner training. Jodo techniques include: striking, thrusting, blocking, parrying, pinning, and sweeping. Through Jodo, one learns dexterity of movement and the development of the mind, body, and spirit. The art is suitable for adults and youth.
Beginners need only wear loose clothing. A limited supply of jo (wooden staff) and bokuto (wooden sword) are available.
Please note that the Jodo Program does not offer trial classes.
To ensure participants’ safety and learning experience, maximum twenty two (22) registration per session.
- Minimum Age: 15
- New Students: Always welcome at the beginning of a Series
- Series Start: March, June, September, and December
- Registration Start: Priority register from the 1st to 14th of the month prior; open registration from the 15th to the first week of classes.
- Head Instructors: Kevin Hyatt (5th Dan), David Lee (5th Dan)
For more information about Jodo, please see the brochure below or contact the program instructors at jodo@jccc.on.ca.
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