Weapons Programs

Inner Peace Arts is dedicated to keeping students well-informed, so we can design the right program for each group.

Self-Defense Classes
Seminars
Workshops

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Why study traditional weapons? 

Asahi Shinbun,Japan’s largest newspaper, recently reported that an increasing number of top Japanese athletes are studying traditional Okinawan kobudo. When interviewed, the athletes stated their dexterity, coordination, and ability to think “on the fly” all have been significantly improved since their kobudo training started.

This comes as no surprise, as wielding traditional weapons teaches coordination and concentration above and beyond empty-handed training. In addition, learning how to maneuver these weapons teaches the entire body how to move for proper execution of tuite (grappling) techniques.

Foam Padded Weapons Programs

The use of foam padded weapons in karate programs has taken the country by storm, out of concern for safety.  However, there are several detrimental side effects to this type of training: 

• Students do not learn to treat a foam weapon like a real weapon.  All weapons should be treated with care and respect to reduce the risk of accidents or injury to the student or others.

• A higher level or skill and precision is required when using a real weapon.  Foam padded weapons do not fully maximize the benefits of weapons training.

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