Tono Ryu Kenjutsu (Talented Sword Style) Techniques and Principles

Tono Ryu 刀 能 流 The Way of the Talented/Skilled Sword Learn a few of the movements of Tono Ryu Kenjutsu. These katas are designed to be quick and efficient - often using Iaijutsu. The Tono Ryu combines unorthodox fighting methods using Taijutsu, precise distancing and cuts, and footwork to win.

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Kukishin Ryu Secret Sword School Techniques

As only he can, Sensei Norcross (9th Dan/8th Dan) enthusiastically goes through the legendary Kukishin Ryu (Nine Demons School) Style of Swordsmanship. In this Advanced lesson, Sensei teaches the stances, methods, and secret techniques for winning against other samurai on the battlefield. A must for all martial artists, sword lovers, and students/teachers of Kendo, Iaido and Kenjutsu.

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The Art of the Sword - Kihon Basics of the Katana

Welcome students to the "Art of the Sword - Sword Kihon Basics" course. In this lesson, we will introduce you to Sensei Todd Ryotoshi Norcross, an experienced and skilled swordsmanship instructor with over 45 years of training in various martial arts and Kenjutsu/Iaido disciplines. As you begin your journey in learning the fundamentals of sword kihon under Sensei's guidance, you can expect to focus on mastering the basic stances, footwork, and parts essential for developing a strong foundation in swordsmanship. Sensei Norcross's teaching style emphasizes the importance of results, no-nonsense, proper alignment, and mental focus to execute each technique with efficiency and control. Through his expertise and guidance, you will learn the necessary skills to begin (or brush up on) your study of the sword. Key Lesson Concepts: Focus on learning characteristics, basic stances, footwork, Iai, Noto, and parts of the sword

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Original Katana Sword Basics Lessons

This is the older sword lesson video, where Sensei Todd Ryotoshi Norcross goes over the stances and cuts of the longsword in detail. A very cool series of lessons from 2018.

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Long Staff Mastery - Bōjutsu and Jōjutsu

Bōjutsu (Japanese: 棒術, lit. 'staff technique') is the martial art of stick fighting using a bō, which is the Japanese word for staff. Staffs have been in use for thousands of years in Asian martial arts. Some techniques involve slashing, swinging, and stabbing with the staff, In this module, Sensei Norcross shows many techniques and principles using the 6' long staff. In modern days, one could use these techniques using a rake, shovel, stick, pole, walking stick, etc. to defend.

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Basics of the Hanbo - 3' Stick of the Ninja

Hanbōjutsu - If your spear, naginata, or polearm was cut in half on the battlefield, what would you do? What could you do to survive with half a weapon? Sr. Budo Instructor Todd Ryotoshi Norcross (9th Dan/8th Dan) takes you through some of the basic principles of Kukishin Ryu Hanbojutsu. The art of the stick. In modern days, these classic movements are still very much valid. Canes, umbrellas, garden tools, and a trillion sticks and branches are available to utilize to protect yourself and your family. • Kamae (Stances) of the Hanbo • Tai Sabaki Footwork and Grips • Drills and Precise Targeting for Skill • Various Strikes unique to the Kukishinden Style • Techniques to choke or grapple the opponent • Hanbo Leverage takedowns and finishes • Knife Vs. Hanbo in a modern context • The practical teaching style of Sensei Norcross

Todd Ryotoshi Norcross

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The Art of the Shuriken - Basics of the Throwing Star

Join The Dojo’s Chief Black Belt Teacher Todd Ryotoshi Norcross (9th Dan/8th Dan) as he guides you through cool the fundamentals of the legendary hidden throwing blades of the ninja and samurai. Segments include: Shuriken Combat Techniques 6 Sub-Skills of Shuriken Uses in History Kneeling Throws Standing Throws Long-Distance Throws Advanced Ukemi Throwing Release Techniques Bo Shuriken Throwing Outdoor Throwing

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Naginata Basics - The Samurai Polearm of Power

Sr. Budo Sensei Todd Ryotoshi Norcross introduces how to use the Samurai Naginata. The Naginata was a polearm used for many years against foot soldiers, cavalry, and armored warriors of ancient Japan. Learn the stances and several reliable techniques vs. a sword. Filmed outdoors at The Dojo Martial Arts in Mason, Ohio USA.

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The Yawara/Kubotan/Tonbo - Short Stick of Self Defense

The yawara is a Japanese weapon used in various martial arts. Numerous types of jujutsu make use of a small rod, made of wood, that extends somewhat from both ends of a person's fist. The yawara likely originated from the use of the tokkosho, a Buddhist symbolic object, by monks in feudal Japan. The methods of using a yawara may have been created by samurai that used tantojutsu, which was a combat that made use of a short knife. According to another theory, a samurai might have fought with the scabbard when a more deadly weapon was not necessary. The yawara stick was popularized by police officers in the 1940s. A modern yawara is a kubotan which is about six inches long, made of plastic, weighs about two ounces, and has no sharp edges. The kubotan is used by police officers and the general public. Sensei Norcross has mastered the use of the Kubotan. He uses it with his Taijutsu to defend against opponents and various weapons.

Todd Ryotoshi Norcross

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Weaponry - Knife Fighting, Sai, Jutte, Kunai, Kusari Fundo

Todd Ryotoshi Norcross

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Entering Your Dojo - Level 1: Earth Fundamentals Course

The Dojo's level 1 Foundations of Self-Protection course is designed to provide you with a powerful set of experiences that will prepare you for all types of physical, intellectual, and emotional challenges that arise when we least expect them.

Todd Ryotoshi Norcross

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