​All our programs uses information, knowledge and understanding as an instrument for personal development and growth, not as a rule or limitation. It encompasses the best of all skills to benefit the purpose of building mind, body, and spirit. Although we teach almost every aspect of the martial arts, the following list are some key areas that we focus on when developing a student’s potential in ONKD:

 

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Flexibility and breathing,

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Physical fitness and weight loss,

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Food and diet ,

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Visualization and meditation,

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Principles of combat ,

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Hand to hand / weapon training,

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Gymnastics and stunt technique,

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Kicking and punching,

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Ground fighting and grappling,

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Mental strategies for success

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Mind control and memory skills,

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Weapon and training tools,

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Travel programs and camps.

 

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ONKD is not limited to the above guideline. To list or label the training you will be receiving is impossible if we are to keep from setting limitations on our ability. This guideline is simply a cloud that hangs over the world of ONKD.

 

It is my belief that the man makes the art and not the other way around. This is to say that even though basic Karate is not a very realistic system for self-defense, it doesn't mean there can't be very deadly Karatekas. There are some people who just do well no matter what style you put them in. However, with the Ontario Ninjutsu Kokuryu Dojo Martial Science and its concept to develop around the individual, it makes it easier for the System to actually improve the student. Why? Because the student IS the style.

 

Black Belts are not what they used to be. Because ONKD doesn’t set limitations on its students, they are allowed to develop at a much faster rate. This rate is often 3 times faster than the average martial art school. A normal karate student will go into class and be forced into the mindset that he/she is only a white belt and must perform as such. Students come into the Ontario Ninjutsu Kokuryu~Dojo knowing they are only at the level at which they (as individuals) choose to be. This is hard to explain, but an important factor in the students’ growth. Of course there is a required amount of common sense involved; you can't have beginners doing wall flips their first class.

 

Also, I do not see many people on the street punching the way most schools teach their students. So you have students practicing defenses against attacks that are not as likely to happen. That is not a very realistic approach to self-defense, unless you are worried someone from your own martial art school is going to punch you.

 

Even though we focus on realism, we also understand the martial art is a place to have enjoyment. So I will teach techniques that I know won't work in a fight, but I will tell my students beforehand that this is to develop certain kick or type of body movement. We like to include as much as possible to train a student in all facets of the arts while still getting serious training.

Including, when we teach specific defenses against a punch or kick, we explain to the students that this is training and not a defense against a punch or a kick. Too many students are taught to believe they will react with technique 1 or 2 from their list of learned skills. This concept is ridiculous and unrealistic. Every single attack is completely different and all the skills (and defenses) you learn are simply pieces of a puzzle. When you get into a situation, you will utilize these learned movements and adapt to the situation at hand.

 

You have to understand that your opponent is not going to throw one punch and wait for you to defend yourself.

 

Your opponent is also not going to leave that punch out there while you move around them with a dance of death.

 

It is up to you to learn, take notes and ask your instructor what the requirements are for your green/red belts, stars or black belt. Your instructor will also work with you to find your needs to build around you. Each student will be at his own individual skill level. You cannot be expected to perform exactly like the best or worst student in class. You are expected to perform at your best. Most martial arts have a suit of armor, which they expect everyone to fit into. A warrior who is different in size or shape would not be comfortable in this suit. ONKD tailors the suit to the individual, building around the student's own strengths and weaknesses, although we do have a guideline for the general practitioner.

Using this philosophy we can offer a healthy atmosphere of training for people from all walks of life.

 

ONKD is a collection of warriors who desire to attain perfection in mind, body, and spirit. Its members are of clean heart and true purpose, driven by a desire to be the best they can be.

The group is what makes ONKD possible, a collection of elite persons who are brought together for the task of achieving the same goals. A group is a team; all members work towards the same dreams and in doing so, accomplish their own.

 

Whether inside or out, with the Team you'll see and learn more than ever before. Anyone with dedication and interest in ONKD and at least 1 Level of certification can start a club in their area. As an individual you showcase your talents and as a team you complete the puzzle. ONKD is not just a martial art; it is a science, a way of life. In it you will find the skills needed to build mind, body and spirit.

 

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How often too train?

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Many people ask how often to train for best results - this is like asking how long a piece of sting is. It depends on you and your objectives. From our view point we would like to see you train 2, 3 times a week. For some of you this is too little for others too much.

 

What if I can only do once a week or twice a week, or

2, 3 times a week then a gap due to work?

 

That will still work well for you. We understand the modern pressures of work. We have many students in this situation who successful progress in Ninjutsu.

 

The above holds true for the kid’s class as well.

If he can do it, you can.

If he can do it, you can.