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Dragon Dojo Martial Arts, LLC ®
Weapons Program
Master's
Program - Weapons Class for Youth and Adults
Dragon Dojo
Martial Arts® has a collection of exotic weapons in its
arsenal. Dragon Dojo Martial Arts® comprehensive weapons
study program will provide you with training in Kung Fu and
Karate style weapons, from freestyle katas to traditional
combat weapons. Weapons are extensions of your body. One
must have basic skills and a desire not to harm another in
order to master them. Most of the common weapons were first
developed for the same reason Karate was developed; the
common people needed to protect themselves. In the late
1400’s ownership of weapons was prohibited. For this reason
most weapons had an everyday use. Farmers transformed their
work tools into weapons of self-defense. Children and adults
learn cool and safe weapons’ katas with non-sharpened or
wooden weapons that help them to learn control, discipline,
and gain strength. Adults also learn combat weaponry that
can be used in self-defense. Listed below are the various
weapons taught in our program.
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Black Belts & Adults
Hanbo – 3’ wooden staff
Rokushakubo – 6’ wooden staff
Tantojutsu – short blade
Kusari Fundo – fighting chain
Shuriken – throwing blades
Katana – sword
Ninja Ken (Ninja Sword) – short, straight, single edged
blade
Shuko – claw hands
Metsubushi – blinding techniques
Kyoketsu Shoge – ring / rope / dagger |
Youth &
Adults
Kama
Katana
Sai
Tonfa
Nunchaku
Kwan Dao
Escrima sticks
Bo Staff
Three Sectional Staff
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Listed below
are the various weapons and their meanings.
 Nunchaku
– This tool is traditionally thought to be a farm tool used
to beat grain, rice, or wheat. This weapon consists of two
pieces of hardwood connected by rope or chain (braided
horsehair was originally used). The nunchaku is used in
conjunction with various strikes, stances and blocking
techniques. The practitioner typically holds one end of the
nunchaku and twirls the other end to complete a strike.
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 Sai
- Sometimes referred to as the "short sword", the sai was
originally thought to be used as a pitchfork or plowing tool
for planting seeds. This weapon is between 15-21 inches long
and made of iron.
It is usually used in pairs, but some
practitioners also had a third sai for throwing.
The sai is used to stab, strike, block, trap and punch.
Proper use of the sai takes years of training.
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 Kamas
- Basically this weapon is an ordinary farming sickle used
to cut grass or sugar cane. This weapon is also used in
pairs and in close quarter fighting. The practitioner uses
the kama to trap his/her opponent's weapon and for various
strikes. Traditionally, a sash or chain was attached to the
kama for greater striking distance. |
 Bo/Staff
- Because of its everyday uses, the bo/staff was the most
commonly used of all the Okinawan weapons. It was
traditionally used to carry baskets, buckets of water,
piloting boats and something as simple as a walking stick.
This weapon by definition is usually 6 feet in length.
Because of its length, this weapon gives the practitioner
the greatest striking distance. It can be used for blocking
and striking. This weapon requires a sound knowledge of
empty-hand techniques and solid stances. |
 Arnis
Stick
– Known by the name Arnis or Escrima Stick, this weapon was
also used in many fighting systems. This weapon has many
origins, but is most commonly associated with the
Philippines. This weapon can be used for striking,
blocking, and trapping. It is usually 24-28 inches long and
made of bamboo or rattan. It can be used singularly or in
pairs. |
 Katana
/ Bokken
– Traditionally, Samurai carried both a steel blade and a
wooden bokken. Today, this weapon is used as a training
tool. This weapon requires sold stances, accuracy, fluid
movements and great mental discipline. Ideally, a bokken
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WEAPONS CLASS TIMES
FREE TRIAL WEEK! These classes are offered
year round and new students are welcome to come by and try a
WEEK FOR FREE! No appointment is
necessary, just show up 15 minutes early on your first day. We also
offer seasonal programs during school
breaks, day classes for home schooled
children and adults who work at night, and an
after school pick up program that
helps the busy parents with their lives.
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