OnnA-Musha (女武者)
Program
(female Samurai)
Video Disclaimer
The techniques shown are for self-defense purposes only. Practice should be conducted under the supervision of a certified Black Belt. By practicing these techniques, you assume any and all risks associated with practicing these techniques, which risks include but not limited to risks of personal injury or death to you or your practice partner. 2691397 Ontario Incorporated (known as Aiki Canada) is not liable for any and all of the above risks.
Video Disclaimer
The techniques shown are for self-defense purposes only. Practice should be conducted under the supervision of a certified Black Belt. By practicing these techniques, you assume any and all risks associated with practicing these techniques, which risks include but not limited to risks of personal injury or death to you or your practice partner. 2691397 Ontario Incorporated (known as Aiki Canada) is not liable for any and all of the above risks.
Proof of Vaccination
All students, instructors, guests and/or parents/guardians entering the Fernhill Community Centre (facility) that are twelve (12) years of age or older will be required to show proof (hardcopy or electronic copy of the vaccine receipt) from the Ministry of Health (COVID-19) that they have been double vaccinated along with proof of identity (must match vaccine documentation – name and birth date).
Onno-Musha
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Onna-musha (女武者) is a term referring to female warriors in pre-modern Japan. The “Onna-Musha” were female members of the samurai (bushi) class in feudal Japan fighting alongside their male counterparts and were trained in use of weapons and strategy, to protect their household, family, and honor in times of war. As part of this program, students will learn key self-defense components of both “Aikijujutsu” and “Jujutsu”, with a specific focus on street awareness and self-defense for females (ages 14 to 50 plus). Classes will be taught directly by Norm Harrison Sensei with the assistance of his senior female students and black belts. Students will also have the opportunity to progress through the colour belt ranking system (white belt to black belt and beyond). You will learn:
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Basic, intermediate and advanced self-defense techniques against attacks (strikes with or without a weapon, escapes from chokes, hair grabs, pins and ground escape techniques etc.).
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The history of the “Onna-Musha” and “Onna-Bugeisha” female samurai of ancient Japan.
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How to increase awareness and recognize potentially dangerous situations
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How to roll and fall as self-defense measures
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How to exploit your attacker’s weaknesses
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How to build confidence through a "Will Win" positive attitude
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How to use your environment to your advantage and much more...
benefits:
Physical Benefits:
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Improve Reflexes and
Co-ordination -
Increase Strength and Stamina
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Improve Flexibility
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Weight Loss and Control
Mental Benefits:
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Improve Self-Esteem
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Increase Self Confidence
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Improve Concentration
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Stress Reduction
Day/Time: Mondays, Wednesday and Fridays 7:00-8:30 pm. Please email or call for additional information or questions.
Location: 144 Fernhill Boulevard (Fernhill Community Centre), Oshawa. Please arrive 10-15 minutes before class and enter from the west side of the building (down the ramp).
