15-Aug-05

Shihan Henderson is happy to announce that Shihan Darren Hunter, Kenshi, 4th dan, has joined the Institute and will be Technical Advisor for Ontario.

Shihan Hunter has trained extensively in the Japanese arts of Karatedo, Judo, Jujitsu, Aikido, and Kenjutsu. Shihan Hunter has also trained in the Chinese art of Shuai Chiao and has been exposed to fighting techniques of the Chinese fighting system of the Wu Jing (People’s Republic of China’s Special Military Police).

Shihan Hunter also holds a 4th dan in full contact Shorinjiryu.

27-July-05

Shihan Henderson would like to announce the appointment of Shihan York, Kengo, 5th dan, as Chief Technical Director for Canada. Shihan Henderson would also like to announce the awarding of the Renshi title to Shihan York for his past accomplishments in the field of budo teaching.

Shihan York also holds a 4th degree Black Belt in full contact Shorinjiryu Karatedo. He has also studied Muay Thai and Kung-Fu. He is also waiting examination for Shodan, first degree black belt in Iaido (the art of the Japanese sword).

Shihan York has taught hundreds of students and is known for his ability to direct and develop his student's ambition and foster positive mindsets. Shihan York began his martial arts career in 1987 under Master Kim, in Su Lim Hung Gar Kung Fu.

Please join us in congratulating Shihan York on his appointment.

The Japanese word Aikido consists of three characters which can be translated as "the way of unity (or harmony) with the fundamental force of the Universe."

The Basics Manual is here. The basics manual designed and written by Shihan Henderson, 6th dan, is now available in the Budo Store. The manual includes over 200 pages, 350 photos and 35 videos. The manual is perfect for all martial artists looking for a no nonsense text to help them master the basics techniques found in the curriculum of The International Budo Institute. The manual can be purchased and automatically downloaded to your computer so that you can enjoy it immediately !