OUR PHILOSOPHY
    A FEW WORDS ABOUT US

    We promote a safe and healthy atmosphere where
    cooperative learning and personal growth can flourish.

    Visitors are always welcome to either watch or
    participate. If you wish to participate just wear
    something comfortable such as sweat pants and a      
    t-shirt. All that is required is a signed release form
    and a good attitude before stepping on the mat.


    At Autumn Wind Dojo we offer
    instruction in the  Japanese Martial
    Arts of Judo, Aikido, and Jodo.

    Please tour our site and if you have
    any questions, contact us at the email
    below.

    Thanks,

    Jason Junkens
    Godan
    junkens@budoarts.com
    JUDO

    In 1882 Jigoro Kano founded the martial art of Kodokan Judo.  Judo utilizes
    Throws, armbars, grappling, and chokes to neutralize an attack.  Since its
    inception, Judo has gained a following that makes it the most practiced
    martial art in the world.  Judo means the gentle way.  We strive to
    accommodate both the martial artist and competitive player with emphasis
    on self improvement and cooperative learning.
    AIKIDO

    Aikido means divine way of harmony.  It is a martial art that utilizes throws,
    takedowns, and armlocks in execution of its methods.  We practice the
    JuNiKaze Budokai form of Aikido based on Tomiki-ryu as taught by Shihan
    Nick Lowry.  As such, we follow a  non-competitive approach.  Due to the
    nature of the training we require the student be at least fourteen before
    beginning Aikido.

    JODO

    Shindo Muso Ryu Jodo is a staff art that focuses on the use of the jo (short
    staff) against the sword. Our program requires that the student be at least
    fourteen and a Yonkyu (green belt) in Aikido. Here at Autumn Wind Dojo
    we follow the Seitei no Kata which encompass twelve basic strikes and
    twelve katas.  Safety is paramount when practicing, therefore there is no
    free practice or competition conducted in this martial art. Instead the
    student internalizes the techniques through repetition. In fact, we follow
    Musashi's philosophy that the slower you go the faster you learn.

Autumn Wind Dojo