Martial Arts - Ninjutsu - Beginner Foundation (Udemy.com)
Foundational skills of the ninja for solo practice (Shinhenjutsu - Mind Changing Methods)
Created by: Richard Roth
Produced in 2018
What you will learn
- Stress positions for willpower and posture
- Stretching exercises for flexibility and speed
- Acrobatic techniques for agility and evasion
Quality Score
Overall Score : 94 / 100
Course Description
The Taishinki is split into three general areas, 'body changing methods' (Taihenjutsu ), 'mind changing methods' (Shinhenjutsu ), and 'spirit changing methods' (Kihenjutsu ). Taihenjutsu are body development methods that focus on muscles, skeletal structure and nerves. Shinhenjutsu are mind development methods focused on willpower, flexibility and agility. Kihenjutsu are spirit development methods that focus on breathing, circulation and mindfulness. Together these three areas promote the development of the martial artist for the successful practice of the physical and mentally challenging activities in martial arts.
Taishinki modules are split into three levels; beginner level (shoden ), intermediate level (chuuden ) and advanced level (jouden ). Shoden modules are designed for solo practice. Chuuden modules involve paired exercises and techniques. Jouden modules are practiced by a group of three or more people. The idea of these modules is to develop personally, but also to practice leadership skills to empower others and understand the dynamics of groups and teams.
The module levels of the Taishinki correspond to module levels of the other courses in the TKK. Shoden courses in the Kihon Katei assume prerequisite knowledge and practice of shoden courses in the Taishinki. This also applies to chuuden and jouden modules in the Kihon Katei.
Taishinki is only a training guide and baseline; students should continue to explore training systems to improve their physical and mental health.
Taishinki Katei (Body, Mind, Spirit Curriculum)TaihenjutsuTaihenjutsu Shoden ()Taihenjutsu Chuuden ()Taihenjutsu Jouden ()ShinhenjutsuShinhenjutsu Shoden ()Shinhenjutsu Chuuden ()Shinhenjutsu Jouden ()KihenjutsuKihenjutsu Shoden ()Kihenjutsu Chuuden ()Kihenjutsu Jouden ()Course DescriptionShinhenjutsu shoden contains three general areas for the development of willpower, flexibility and agility, necessary for the more advanced practice of ninjutsu; stress positions (kuroshigamae ), stretching exercises (juunan taisou ) and acrobatics (taigi ). Kuroshigamae are isometric exercises that reinforce posture and develop the willpower to push through pain and physical stress. Juunan Taisou are fundamental stretching exercises to improve the pliability of the body. Taigi are basic acrobatic techniques to develop agility and become comfortable with rolling, tumbling and falling. Stress Positions [Kuroshigamae] ()[] Sun Clasp Posture [Tentou Gasshou no Kamae] (): Place both hands together then bring the feet together. Raise the heels off the ground and stretch both hands up above the head.[] Broad Straight Line Posture [Hira Ichimonji no Kamae] (): Drop into a low squat so that the knees are sitting above the ankles and the lower legs are perpendicular to the ground. Bring the arms out and wide so they are parallel with the ground.[] Transition Posture [Ihen no Kamae] (): Drop into a low squat and turn to the side. Keep the knee over the ankle and the lower leg perpendicular to the ground. Straighten the back and move into ichi no kamae, placing weight onto the lead leg.[] Bird Posture [Hichou no Kamae] (): Drop into a low squat, then raise one leg placing the foot below the knee, while shifting weight onto the other leg. Bring the arms into ichi no kamae.[] Prone Posture [Utsumu no Kamae] (): From a low squat, bring the arms into a triangle position, then drop forward into a prone position supported by the arms.[] Downward Facing Dog Posture [Kudari Inu no Kamae] (): From a standing posture, lower the hands to the ground and shift the legs back slightly bearing weight on the arms. Push the shoulders up to the ears.
Stretching Exercises [Juunan Taisou] ()[] Foot Stretching [Ashi Nobi] (): From a seated position, stretch out the legs and bring the foot across. Massage the pressure points on the soles of the feet then pull the toes back and forward. Finish by rotating the ankle. Do the same for both sides.[] Forward and Back Bend [Koukutsu Zenkutsu] (): With the heels together, bend forward touching the toes. Hold, then lie back and bring the feet over the touching the ground behind, then hold.[] Pelvis and Leg Bend [Awaze Ashi Zenkutsu] (): Bring the soles of the feet together and push down on the knees, then stretch forward and hold. Then open the legs and stretch forward, hold.[] Forward and Back Spine Stretch [Sesuji Nobi] (): From a kneeling position, drop back and bring the arms forward, hold. Pull forward and push up, hold. Reset back to kneeling position. Hold legs and push pelvis forward, hold.[] Arm Stretching [Ude Nobi] (): From a kneeling position, stretch the arms forward and rotate the wrists separately clockwise and counter clockwise. Grab the wrist and rotate in while pulling up to stretch the elbow, do this for both sides. Bring the opposite arm under and around, pulling the arm back to stretch the elbow. Pull the arm across the body and catch with the other arm, stretching the shoulder, do this for both sides.[] Neck Stretching [Kubi Nobi] (): From a kneeling position, hold one leg and pull the neck the other direction, rolling gently. Do this for both sides.
Acrobatics [Taigi] ()[] Forward Tumble [Zenpou Korogari] (): From a squatting position, roll forward in a straight line over the back, tucking the knees to the chest, then returning to a low squat.[] Backward Tumble [K
Instructor Details
- 4.7 Rating
10 Reviews
Richard Roth
I'm an 8th Degree black belt in Bujinkan Budo Taijutsu under Dr. Hatsumi Masaaki; the last living Ninja. The Bujinkan is an organisation and that teaches the martial arts of the Samurai, Ninja and Sohei (Warrior Monks). I've been training martial arts for 24 years. Ifirst started withJudo and trained until Iwas 18, then started Japanese jujutsu and ninjutsu, which I have been training ever since.
Irun my own dojo in Brisbane, Australia and travel to Japan yearly to train with Dr. Hatsumi at the Honbu Dojo (Main Branch). I have also previously lived in Japan to train Ninjutsu and Japanese martial arts.
My background is in business and communications, but Ihave served in both the Army and Navy as a Rifleman and Warfare Officer respectively. Ihave studied cyber-intelligence and counter-terrorism, but gradually migrated over to business intelligence and data analysis after I completed my degree.
Ihave been involved with martial arts for most of my life and consider it part of who I am. It influences how I live and its principles guide my actions. I wouldn't be who I am today without having trained in the martial arts.
To me martial arts is more than a hobby, its a way of life.
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