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NYBA NAGINATA – LIC
Feb
6

NYBA NAGINATA – LIC

NYBA is excited to announce an additional 2-HR Naginata class – Fridays 2X per month
6:30 – 8:30 PM

 

Please RSVP if you plan on attending. This class is open to all NYBA, GNYNF, Columbia and Pratt Naginata members.
NOTE: THERE IS NO STORAGE, STUDENTS ARE REQUIRED TO BRING THEIR OWN EQUIPMENT.

CLASS FEES:
NYBA MEMBERS – FREE
PRATT BUDO CLUB – FREE
KEN ZEN – $10 MAT FEE
CU NAGINATA – $10 MAT FEE

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PRATT BUDO CLUB – FALL 2025
Feb
9
to Feb 13

PRATT BUDO CLUB – FALL 2025

  • PRATT REC CENTER (ARC BUILDING) (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

SIGN-UPS ARE NOW OPEN (=ච ω ච=)

SIGN-UPS ARE NOW OPEN (=ච ω ච=)

THE 2026 SPRING CLASSES ARE NOW OPEN!

Unfortunately we only have a limited amount of equipment (swords and naginata), as well as a limited amount of studio space – please register if you’re interested in this class and if there is an available spot we’ll let you know!

Please consider this club is more of a course in Japanese Budo (Iaido (sword) and Naginata (pole-arm), where we develop skills throughout the semester. NO EQUIPMENT or EXPERIENCE NECESSARY. These classes are only open to current Pratt Students and Faculty members. As we have a limited number of bokken (wooden swords) and naginata, we do encourage our members to eventually purchase their own equipment and uniforms – we can assist in this when you are ready. Due to limited space and equipment we are limiting the class size. If you wish to register later in the semester, please send us an email or DM asking if there is an available spot.

REGISTER FOR THE PRATT BUDO CLUB ONLINE
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NYBA NAGINATA – LIC
Feb
20

NYBA NAGINATA – LIC

NYBA is excited to announce an additional 2-HR Naginata class – Fridays 2X per month
6:30 – 8:30 PM

 

Please RSVP if you plan on attending. This class is open to all NYBA, GNYNF, Columbia and Pratt Naginata members.
NOTE: THERE IS NO STORAGE, STUDENTS ARE REQUIRED TO BRING THEIR OWN EQUIPMENT.

CLASS FEES:
NYBA MEMBERS – FREE
PRATT BUDO CLUB – FREE
KEN ZEN – $10 MAT FEE
CU NAGINATA – $10 MAT FEE

MAKE PAYMENT
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NYBA NAGINATA – LIC
Mar
13

NYBA NAGINATA – LIC

NYBA is excited to announce an additional 2-HR Naginata class – Fridays 2X per month
6:30 – 8:30 PM

 

Please RSVP if you plan on attending. This class is open to all NYBA, GNYNF, Columbia and Pratt Naginata members.
NOTE: THERE IS NO STORAGE, STUDENTS ARE REQUIRED TO BRING THEIR OWN EQUIPMENT.

CLASS FEES:
NYBA MEMBERS – FREE
PRATT BUDO CLUB – FREE
KEN ZEN – $10 MAT FEE
CU NAGINATA – $10 MAT FEE

MAKE PAYMENT
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NYBA NAGINATA – LIC
Mar
27

NYBA NAGINATA – LIC

NYBA is excited to announce an additional 2-HR Naginata class – Fridays 2X per month
6:30 – 8:30 PM

 

Please RSVP if you plan on attending. This class is open to all NYBA, GNYNF, Columbia and Pratt Naginata members.
NOTE: THERE IS NO STORAGE, STUDENTS ARE REQUIRED TO BRING THEIR OWN EQUIPMENT.

CLASS FEES:
NYBA MEMBERS – FREE
PRATT BUDO CLUB – FREE
KEN ZEN – $10 MAT FEE
CU NAGINATA – $10 MAT FEE

MAKE PAYMENT
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NYBA NAGINATA – LIC
Apr
10

NYBA NAGINATA – LIC

NYBA is excited to announce an additional 2-HR Naginata class – Fridays 2X per month
6:30 – 8:30 PM

 

Please RSVP if you plan on attending. This class is open to all NYBA, GNYNF, Columbia and Pratt Naginata members.
NOTE: THERE IS NO STORAGE, STUDENTS ARE REQUIRED TO BRING THEIR OWN EQUIPMENT.

CLASS FEES:
NYBA MEMBERS – FREE
PRATT BUDO CLUB – FREE
KEN ZEN – $10 MAT FEE
CU NAGINATA – $10 MAT FEE

MAKE PAYMENT
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NYBA – 2026 SPRING IAIDO SHINSA 審査 (ONLINE)
Apr
18
iaido, MARTIAL ARTS, Kenjutsu, Japanese Sword, testing, shinsa, Ryushin Shouchi Ryu

NYBA – 2026 SPRING IAIDO SHINSA 審査 (ONLINE)

NYBA will be hosting it’s SPRING ONLINE Shinsa (exam) for Iaido students this April. Exams are held every 6-months, there are NO-TESTING FEES. However we will require students who are taking the exam to be proficient in the requirements for the rank they are testing for. After being asked to test, students can register below. If a student does not pass the exam, not to worry, we will work with you to help you better prepare for the next exam in 6-months. Our goal is to ensure a higher standard of proficiency for NYBA students, not to just hand out ranks.

NYBA certificate fees are due immediately after the exam – payments can be made through the NYBA MEMBERS PAGE.

NYBA CERTIFICATE FEE – $40*

*NON-NYBA MEMBERS AND REMOTE MEMBERS – $50

RSR Honbu rank is optional for NYBA members. If you wish to hold RSR Honbu rank you will be required to adhering to RSR TESTING REQUIREMENTS as well as pay RSR ANNUAL DUES $100+ TESTING AND CERTIFICATE FEES.

PLEASE NOTE: Be sure you have a space to demonstrate techniques, make sure your camera works and you have a good internet connection. Be sure to keep your mic on mute unless asked to turn it on.

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NYBA – 2026 SPRING IAIDO SHINSA 審査
Apr
20
iaido, MARTIAL ARTS, Kenjutsu, Japanese Sword, testing, shinsa, Ryushin Shouchi Ryu

NYBA – 2026 SPRING IAIDO SHINSA 審査

NYBA will be hosting it’s SPRING Shinsa (exam) for Iaido students this April. Exams are held every 6-months, there are NO-TESTING FEES. However we will require students who are taking the exam to be proficient in the requirements for the rank they are testing for. After being asked to test, students can register below. If a student does not pass the exam, not to worry, we will work with you to help you better prepare for the next exam in 6-months. Our goal is to ensure a higher standard of proficiency for NYBA students, not to just hand out ranks.

NYBA certificate fees are due immediately after the exam – payments can be made through the NYBA MEMBERS PAGE.

NYBA CERTIFICATE FEE – $40*

*NON-NYBA MEMBERS AND REMOTE MEMBERS – $50

RSR Honbu rank is optional for NYBA members. If you wish to hold RSR Honbu rank you will be required to adhering to RSR TESTING REQUIREMENTS as well as pay RSR ANNUAL DUES $100+ TESTING AND CERTIFICATE FEES.

ONLINE EXAM – SAT. APRIL 11th 4–6 PM (EST)

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ONLINE EXAM – SAT. APRIL 11th 4–6 PM (EST) 🌸​ 🌸​ 🌸

Online exam will be held for NYBA remote members:
SAT. APRIL. 11th 4 – 6 PM
PLEASE NOTE: Be sure you have a space to demonstrate techniques, make sure your camera works and you have a good internet connection. Be sure to keep your mic on mute unless asked to turn it on.

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NYBA NAGINATA – LIC
Apr
24

NYBA NAGINATA – LIC

NYBA is excited to announce an additional 2-HR Naginata class – Fridays 2X per month
6:30 – 8:30 PM

 

Please RSVP if you plan on attending. This class is open to all NYBA, GNYNF, Columbia and Pratt Naginata members.
NOTE: THERE IS NO STORAGE, STUDENTS ARE REQUIRED TO BRING THEIR OWN EQUIPMENT.

CLASS FEES:
NYBA MEMBERS – FREE
PRATT BUDO CLUB – FREE
KEN ZEN – $10 MAT FEE
CU NAGINATA – $10 MAT FEE

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2026 – SPRING INTENSIVE WITH DON SYMANSKI SENSEI
May
6
to May 10

2026 – SPRING INTENSIVE WITH DON SYMANSKI SENSEI

Our friends at the TOKOKYUDOJO will be hosting a one-day seminar with lead instructor Don Symanski. Symanski Sensei began the study of Kyudo with Kanjuro Shibata XX Sensei in 1980. He instructs in the Hekiryu Bishu Chikurinha form of Kyudo. Don apprenticed in bow making with Shibata Sensei’s son, Nobuhiro Shibata (now Kanjuro Shibata XXI), in Kyoto. Since 1991, he has made yumi for Kyudo students and taught students the proper use of the yumi and Kyudo as a meditation path.

GARRISON INSTITUTE

SATURDAY, MAY 6 – 10, 2026
$160 – PROGRAM FEE
REGISTER ONLINE WITH TOKO KYUDODOJO

Step 1 -> Submit the Registration Form

MAKE THE TWO PAYMENTS BELOW:

Step 2 -> Payment part 1: Program Fee: Go to the Toko website’s Donate page, and follow the PayPal options for the $160 program fee.

  • Cancellations before April 24th will be refunded except for a $65 processing fee.

  • There will be no refund for cancellations after April 24th. 

  • No registration after April 24th. 

Step 3 -> Payment part 2: Facilities Fee:
Click on this link to access the Garrison Institute program registration website.

Follow the instructions to pay the facilities fee and request accommodations as described below. Please also read the Garrison Institute Cancellation Policy page for information regarding cancellations.

You must complete both part 1 and 2 (Toko and GI) to register for the program.

For general questions about the program or registration, please contact: programs@tokokyudojo.org

NYBA Kyudo members will be attending this seminar. Please RSVP with us prior to signing up.

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2026 JAPAN DAY PARADE
May
9

2026 JAPAN DAY PARADE

NYBA is proud to be participating in the 2026 Japan Day Parade – this ultimately leads to the Japan Day in Central Park, which was founded to build and strengthen the appreciation and awareness of cultural understanding between the local Japanese communities and New York City.

We will always stand for unity, equality, and we promise to work tirelessly in the pursuit of respect for all.Respond with kindness.

#StopAsianHate

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NYBA – KYUDO SEMINAR WITH RICK BEAL SENSEI
Jun
20
to Jun 21

NYBA – KYUDO SEMINAR WITH RICK BEAL SENSEI

NYBA is excited to host Sensei Rick Beal of Nanka Budo Kai in Pasadena, CA. who will lead a 2-day workshop in Kyudo. He instructs in multiple styles of Kyudo including both shaman & shomen varieties.

  • Rick Beal began training in Japanese Budo at a young age in 1966. But his real revelation came in the early 80’s with his sword teacher Hirotaka Okubo (Okubo-sensei). Okubo-sensei had studied kyudo with Kosaka-sensei and Mishima-sensei in Los Angeles; so Okubo-sensei incorporated the basic movements of kyudo into his warm up exercises for the sword classes. When asked why, Okubo-sensei replied, “If you lay down your sword and practice kyudo for ten years, then pick up the sword again, your sword will also be ten years better. No other martial art will do that, only kyudo.”

    Prior to meeting Okubo-sensei, Rick had owned and operated a small karate/kobudo school. Okubo-sensei and insisted that if Rick wanted to train with him, he must close his school. Rick closed the school and traveled around the area to find places for each of his senior students to train. One of those students (one of Rick’s top students) couldn’t find any other instructor he wanted to train with, or any other art that he would rather study. So Rick took him to meet Okubo-sensei in hopes that they could train together. The student had no interest in the sword, and really didn’t bond with Okubo-sensei; but upon seeing the kyudo warm up he exclaimed, “What is that? I want to do that!”

    Okubo-sensei wrote a letter of introduction for the young man to Mishima-sensei and sent him to the Higashi Hongwanji temple to begin kyudo. Being one of Rick’s previous karate students, he asked Rick to come along for moral support.

    Rick came and the two of them were told to sit down and watch (it was customary at that time in the class to have prospective students watch for three classes before they could begin instruction). But for some reason, Mishima-sensei approached them and asked them to join the other beginning students that he was teaching to walk. Although Rick’s friend stood up immediately, Rick explained that he had no interest in training in kyudo, but he had only come to offer support to his friend. Mishima-sensei insisted that Rick should also train, but Rick demurred, saying that he did not want to waste the-sensei’s time and that he would only be there for one day and then be gone. Mishima-sensei said, “One day of practice is one day of practice.” Rick practiced with the group that day, and has practiced with them ever since.

    Follow him:
    @BUDORICK on Facebook
    @BudoRick on Instagram
    @budorick3624 on YouTube

SEMINAR SCHEDULE:

    • 2 PM– Check-in to the retreat center.

    • 6 PM – DINNER

    • X PM – ZEN MEDITATION

    • 7 AM – ZEN MEDITATION

    • 8 AM – BREAKFAST

    • 9 AM – OPENING REIHO

    • 9:30 AM – SILENT KEIKO

    • 1 PM – LUNCH

    • 2 PM – KEIKO

    • 5 PM – CLOSING REIHO

    • 6 PM – DINNER

    • 7 AM – ZEN MEDITATION

    • 8 AM – BREAKFAST

    • 9 AM – OPENING REIHO

    • 9:30 AM – SILENT KEIKO

    • 12 PM – CHECK-OUT

    • 1 PM – LUNCH

    • 2 PM – KEIKO

    • 4 PM – CLOSING REIHO

    • 4:30 PM – TRAVEL TO NYC

    • 7 PM – FAREWELL DINNER

SEMINAR FEE:

  • $450 – SEMINAR FEE (INCLUDES ACCOMMODATIONS + MEALS)

  • $300 – STUDENT RATE (INCLUDES ACCOMMODATIONS + MEALS)

  • $150 – SEMINAR FEE ONLY (2-DAYS)

  • $75 – SEMINAR FEE ONLY –STUDENT RATE (2-DAYS)

 
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NYBA – 2025 FALL IAIDO SHINSA 審査 (ONLINE)
Oct
10
iaido, MARTIAL ARTS, Kenjutsu, Japanese Sword, testing, shinsa, Ryushin Shouchi Ryu

NYBA – 2025 FALL IAIDO SHINSA 審査 (ONLINE)

NYBA will be hosting it’s fall Shinsa (exam) for Iaido students this Oct. Exams are held every 6-months, there are NO-TESTING FEES. However we will require students who are taking the exam to be proficient in the requirements for the rank they are testing for. After being asked to test, students can register below. If a student does not pass the exam, not to worry, we will work with you to help you better prepare for the next exam in 6-months. Our goal is to ensure a higher standard of proficiency for NYBA students, not to just hand out ranks.

NYBA certificate fees are due immediately after the exam – payments can be made through the NYBA MEMBERS PAGE.

NYBA CERTIFICATE FEE – $40*

*NON-NYBA MEMBERS AND REMOTE MEMBERS – $50

RSR Honbu rank is optional for NYBA members. If you wish to hold RSR Honbu rank you will be required to adhering to RSR TESTING REQUIREMENTS as well as pay RSR ANNUAL DUES $100+ TESTING AND CERTIFICATE FEES.

ONLINE EXAM – SAT. OCT. 10th 4–6 PM (EST)

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ONLINE EXAM – SAT. OCT. 10th 4–6 PM (EST) 🌸​ 🌸​ 🌸

Online exam will be held for NYBA remote members:
SAT. OCT. 11th 4 – 6 PM
PLEASE NOTE: Be sure you have a space to demonstrate techniques, make sure your camera works and you have a good internet connection. Be sure to keep your mic on mute unless asked to turn it on.

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NYBA – 2026 FALL IAIDO SHINSA 審査
Oct
12
iaido, MARTIAL ARTS, Kenjutsu, Japanese Sword, testing, shinsa, Ryushin Shouchi Ryu

NYBA – 2026 FALL IAIDO SHINSA 審査

NYBA will be hosting it’s fall Shinsa (exam) for Iaido students this Oct. Exams are held every 6-months, there are NO-TESTING FEES. However we will require students who are taking the exam to be proficient in the requirements for the rank they are testing for. After being asked to test, students can register below. If a student does not pass the exam, not to worry, we will work with you to help you better prepare for the next exam in 6-months. Our goal is to ensure a higher standard of proficiency for NYBA students, not to just hand out ranks.

NYBA certificate fees are due immediately after the exam – payments can be made through the NYBA MEMBERS PAGE.

NYBA CERTIFICATE FEE – $40*

*NON-NYBA MEMBERS AND REMOTE MEMBERS – $50

RSR Honbu rank is optional for NYBA members. If you wish to hold RSR Honbu rank you will be required to adhering to RSR TESTING REQUIREMENTS as well as pay RSR ANNUAL DUES $100+ TESTING AND CERTIFICATE FEES.

ONLINE EXAM – SAT. OCT. 17th 4–6 PM (EST)

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ONLINE EXAM – SAT. OCT. 17th 4–6 PM (EST) 🌸​ 🌸​ 🌸

Online exam will be held for NYBA remote members:
SAT. OCT. 11th 4 – 6 PM
PLEASE NOTE: Be sure you have a space to demonstrate techniques, make sure your camera works and you have a good internet connection. Be sure to keep your mic on mute unless asked to turn it on.

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NYBA – 2027 SPRING IAIDO SHINSA 審査 (ONLINE)
Apr
10
iaido, MARTIAL ARTS, Kenjutsu, Japanese Sword, testing, shinsa, Ryushin Shouchi Ryu

NYBA – 2027 SPRING IAIDO SHINSA 審査 (ONLINE)

NYBA will be hosting it’s SPRING ONLINE Shinsa (exam) for Iaido students this April. Exams are held every 6-months, there are NO-TESTING FEES. However we will require students who are taking the exam to be proficient in the requirements for the rank they are testing for. After being asked to test, students can register below. If a student does not pass the exam, not to worry, we will work with you to help you better prepare for the next exam in 6-months. Our goal is to ensure a higher standard of proficiency for NYBA students, not to just hand out ranks.

NYBA certificate fees are due immediately after the exam – payments can be made through the NYBA MEMBERS PAGE.

NYBA CERTIFICATE FEE – $40*

*NON-NYBA MEMBERS AND REMOTE MEMBERS – $50

RSR Honbu rank is optional for NYBA members. If you wish to hold RSR Honbu rank you will be required to adhering to RSR TESTING REQUIREMENTS as well as pay RSR ANNUAL DUES $100+ TESTING AND CERTIFICATE FEES.

PLEASE NOTE: Be sure you have a space to demonstrate techniques, make sure your camera works and you have a good internet connection. Be sure to keep your mic on mute unless asked to turn it on.

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NYBA – 2026 SPRING IAIDO SHINSA 審査 (Copy)
Apr
12
iaido, MARTIAL ARTS, Kenjutsu, Japanese Sword, testing, shinsa, Ryushin Shouchi Ryu

NYBA – 2026 SPRING IAIDO SHINSA 審査 (Copy)

NYBA will be hosting it’s SPRING Shinsa (exam) for Iaido students this April. Exams are held every 6-months, there are NO-TESTING FEES. However we will require students who are taking the exam to be proficient in the requirements for the rank they are testing for. After being asked to test, students can register below. If a student does not pass the exam, not to worry, we will work with you to help you better prepare for the next exam in 6-months. Our goal is to ensure a higher standard of proficiency for NYBA students, not to just hand out ranks.

NYBA certificate fees are due immediately after the exam – payments can be made through the NYBA MEMBERS PAGE.

NYBA CERTIFICATE FEE – $40*

*NON-NYBA MEMBERS AND REMOTE MEMBERS – $50

RSR Honbu rank is optional for NYBA members. If you wish to hold RSR Honbu rank you will be required to adhering to RSR TESTING REQUIREMENTS as well as pay RSR ANNUAL DUES $100+ TESTING AND CERTIFICATE FEES.

ONLINE EXAM – SAT. APRIL 11th 4–6 PM (EST)

🌸​ 🌸​ 🌸

ONLINE EXAM – SAT. APRIL 11th 4–6 PM (EST) 🌸​ 🌸​ 🌸

Online exam will be held for NYBA remote members:
SAT. APRIL. 11th 4 – 6 PM
PLEASE NOTE: Be sure you have a space to demonstrate techniques, make sure your camera works and you have a good internet connection. Be sure to keep your mic on mute unless asked to turn it on.

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NYBA NAGINATA – LIC
Jan
23

NYBA NAGINATA – LIC

NYBA is excited to announce an additional 2-HR Naginata class (trial run) starting on Fridays 2X per month in Janurary
6:30 – 8:30 PM

 

Please RSVP if you plan on attending. This class is open to all NYBA, GNYNF, Columbia and Pratt Naginata members.
NOTE: THERE IS NO STORAGE, STUDENTS ARE REQUIRED TO BRING THEIR OWN EQUIPMENT.

CLASS FEES:
NYBA MEMBERS – FREE
PRATT BUDO CLUB – FREE
KEN ZEN – $10 MAT FEE
CU NAGINATA – $10 MAT FEE

MAKE PAYMENT
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NYBA NAGINATA – LIC
Jan
16

NYBA NAGINATA – LIC

NYBA is excited to announce an additional 2-HR Naginata class (trial run) starting on Fridays 2X per month in Janurary
6:30 – 8:30 PM

 

Please RSVP if you plan on attending. This class is open to all NYBA, GNYNF, Columbia and Pratt Naginata members.
NOTE: THERE IS NO STORAGE, STUDENTS ARE REQUIRED TO BRING THEIR OWN EQUIPMENT.

CLASS FEES:
NYBA MEMBERS – FREE
PRATT BUDO CLUB – FREE
KEN ZEN – $10 MAT FEE
CU NAGINATA – $10 MAT FEE

MAKE PAYMENT
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NYBA HOLIDAY PARTY
Dec
17

NYBA HOLIDAY PARTY

We hope you can join the NYBA ANNUAL HOLIDAY PARTY –
There will be no class, we’ll just meet up at the restaurant.

PING’S SEAFOOD – 22 MOTT STREET

RVSP REQUIRED BEFORE 12/10/25



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PRATT BUDO CLUB – HOLIDAY DIM SUM
Dec
14

PRATT BUDO CLUB – HOLIDAY DIM SUM

Come celebrate the end of the 2025 Fall Semester with some Dim Sum!

SUNDAY – DECEMBER 14th 10AM

EAST HARBOR SEAFOOD PALACE – 714 65th St, Brooklyn, NY 11220
A contribution of $10 – $20 would be very much appreciated.
Please RSVP

OPEN TO PRATT BUDO CLUB & NAGINATA CLUB MEMBERS – COLUMBIA NAGINATA CLUB MEMBERS ARE ALSO WELCOME!

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GNYNF – SHINSA EXAM
Dec
7

GNYNF – SHINSA EXAM

Greater New York Naginata Federation is holding a shinsa (exam) on Sunday, Dec. 7th.

 

TESTING DETAILS

Exam Level:  Up to IKKYU (1st KYU)

TESTING FEE – $20 

PAYMENT DETAILS:
Paypal: gnytreasurer@gmail.com
Venmo : @PJ-Magpayo 
Zelle: treasurer@gnynf.org

All payments are due by Nov. 23rd, 2025.

(=‘ｘ‘=)

All payments are due by Nov. 23rd, 2025. (=‘ｘ‘=)

Please send all applications and payment receipts to your respective dojo reps

If you do not have a dojo rep, please send me your application directly – Katie Roche gnynaginata@gnynf.org

USNF TESTING APPLICATION

ALL STUDENTS ARE REQUIRED TO JOIN THE USNF AND GNYNF TO HOLD OFFICIAL RANK – PLEASE FILL OUT AND SUBMIT APPLICATIONS BELOW.

PRICING:
GNYNF registration – $20 ($10 STUDENTS)
USNF registration – $45

USNF MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION
GNYNF MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION
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INTRO TO KYUDO
Nov
14

INTRO TO KYUDO

The Pratt Iaido class will be holding a special intro class* to Kyudo (Japanese Archery) with Sensei Phil Ortiz at New York Budo Association.

Class will be held at
Joffrey Ballet – 434 6th Ave.
(3rd Floor – Studio 2)
6 – 8 PM

*Only open to Pratt students and faculty members.

ALL PRATT BUDO CLUB MEMBERS ARE REQUIRED TO REGISTER AN NYBA GYMDESK ACCOUNT – SIGNING OUR CODE OR ETHICS AGREEMENT AND OUR LEGAL WAIVER BEFORE ATTENDING NYBA CLASSES*.

*ONLY ACTIVE PRATT BUDO CLUB MEMBERS CAN TAKE UNLIMITED NYBA CLASSES FOR FREE! Pratt students only pay $25 per month for the first two years after graduating (after that you will be required to pay full NYBA monthly dues).

REGISTER A NYBA GYMDESK ACCOUNT
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aniTOMO – Kawaii Kreature Festival at Brooklyn Children’s Museum – かわいい生き物フェスティバル
Oct
26

aniTOMO – Kawaii Kreature Festival at Brooklyn Children’s Museum – かわいい生き物フェスティバル

On Sunday October 26th from 10:30am-6:30pm, families are encouraged to come in costume to trick-or-treat around the exhibits, meet creepy crawlies from BCM’s animal collection, and participate in a kids’ costume contest.

On the Museum’s rooftop, visitors will dive into the world of anime at the inaugural Kawaii Kreature Festival. Snap photos with professional cosplayers, participate in Japanese-inspired art workshops, and enjoy a free anime screening of Okko’s Inn presented by AniTOMO in the Museum’s movie theater.

NYBA is proud to be participating in the first aniTOMO Kawaii Kreature Festival hosted at the Brooklyn Children’s Museum. This is FREE event for the public. NYBA will be performing an Embu (demonstration/performance) in KENJUTSU/IAIDO (Japanese sword – Ryushin Shouchi Ryu 柳心照智流).

We will also be offering numerous small workshops in Japanese Sword (limited availability so please register online).
Each workshop will last approximately 15 – 20 minutes and will include some sword basics:
– How to hold the sword properly (Tenouchi (手の内).
– How to draw the sword.
– How to cut – Suburi practice.

NYBA will lend you an obi (belt) and a bokken (wooden sword and saya).

 

NYBA DEMO IS AT 4 – 4:20 PM*

*Please confirm time of demonstration at the day of the event as it is subject to change.

SIGN-UP FOR AN INTRO CLASS
GET TICKETS FOR aniTOMO CON 2025
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NYBA – 2025 FALL IAIDO SHINSA 審査
Oct
13
iaido, MARTIAL ARTS, Kenjutsu, Japanese Sword, testing, shinsa, Ryushin Shouchi Ryu

NYBA – 2025 FALL IAIDO SHINSA 審査

NYBA will be hosting it’s fall Shinsa (exam) for Iaido students this Oct. Exams are held every 6-months, there are NO-TESTING FEES. However we will require students who are taking the exam to be proficient in the requirements for the rank they are testing for. After being asked to test, students can register below. If a student does not pass the exam, not to worry, we will work with you to help you better prepare for the next exam in 6-months. Our goal is to ensure a higher standard of proficiency for NYBA students, not to just hand out ranks.

NYBA certificate fees are due immediately after the exam – payments can be made through the NYBA MEMBERS PAGE.

NYBA CERTIFICATE FEE – $40*

*NON-NYBA MEMBERS AND REMOTE MEMBERS – $50

RSR Honbu rank is optional for NYBA members. If you wish to hold RSR Honbu rank you will be required to adhering to RSR TESTING REQUIREMENTS as well as pay RSR ANNUAL DUES $100+ TESTING AND CERTIFICATE FEES.

ONLINE EXAM – SAT. OCT. 11th 4–6 PM (EST)

🌸​ 🌸​ 🌸

ONLINE EXAM – SAT. OCT. 11th 4–6 PM (EST) 🌸​ 🌸​ 🌸

Online exam will be held for NYBA remote members:
SAT. OCT. 11th 4 – 6 PM
PLEASE NOTE: Be sure you have a space to demonstrate techniques, make sure your camera works and you have a good internet connection. Be sure to keep your mic on mute unless asked to turn it on.

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NYBA – 2025 FALL IAIDO SHINSA 審査 (ONLINE)
Oct
11
iaido, MARTIAL ARTS, Kenjutsu, Japanese Sword, testing, shinsa, Ryushin Shouchi Ryu

NYBA – 2025 FALL IAIDO SHINSA 審査 (ONLINE)

NYBA will be hosting it’s fall Shinsa (online exam) for Iaido students this Oct. Exams are held every 6-months, there are NO-TESTING FEES. However we will require students who are taking the exam to be proficient in the requirements for the rank they are testing for. After being asked to test, students can register below. If a student does not pass the exam, not to worry, we will work with you to help you better prepare for the next exam in 6-months. Our goal is to ensure a higher standard of proficiency for NYBA students, not to just hand out ranks.

NYBA certificate fees are due immediately after the exam – payments can be made through the NYBA MEMBERS PAGE.

NYBA CERTIFICATE FEE – $40*

*NON-NYBA MEMBERS AND REMOTE MEMBERS – $50

RSR Honbu rank is optional for NYBA members. If you wish to hold RSR Honbu rank you will be required to adhering to RSR TESTING REQUIREMENTS as well as pay RSR ANNUAL DUES $100+ TESTING AND CERTIFICATE FEES.

PLEASE NOTE: Be sure you have a space to demonstrate techniques, make sure your camera works and you have a good internet connection. Be sure to keep your mic on mute unless asked to turn it on.

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GNYNF – SHINSA EXAM
Oct
5

GNYNF – SHINSA EXAM

Greater New York Naginata Federation is holding a shinsa (exam) on Saturday, Oct. 5th.

 

TESTING DETAILS

Exam Level:  Up to IKKYU (1st KYU)

TESTING FEE – $20 

PAYMENT DETAILS:
Paypal: gnytreasurer@gmail.com
Venmo : @PJ-Magpayo 
Zelle: treasurer@gnynf.org

All payments are due by Sept. 23rd, 2025.

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All payments are due by Sept. 23rd, 2025. (=‘ｘ‘=)

Please send all applications and payment receipts to your respective dojo reps

If you do not have a dojo rep, please send me your application directly – Katie Roche gnynaginata@gnynf.org

USNF TESTING APPLICATION

ALL STUDENTS ARE REQUIRED TO JOIN THE USNF AND GNYNF TO HOLD OFFICIAL RANK – PLEASE FILL OUT AND SUBMIT APPLICATIONS BELOW.

PRICING:
GNYNF registration – $20 ($10 STUDENTS)
USNF registration – $45

USNF MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION
GNYNF MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION
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PRATT BUDO CLUB – FALL 2025
Sep
1
to Sep 12

PRATT BUDO CLUB – FALL 2025

  • PRATT REC CENTER (ARC BUILDING) (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

SIGN-UPS ARE NOW OPEN (=ච ω ච=)

SIGN-UPS ARE NOW OPEN (=ච ω ච=)

THE 2025 FALL CLASSES ARE NOW OPEN!

Unfortunately we only have a limited amount of equipment (swords and naginata), as well as a limited amount of studio space – please register if you’re interested in this class and if there is an available spot we’ll let you know!

Please consider this club is more of a course in Japanese Budo (Iaido (sword) and Naginata (pole-arm), where we develop skills throughout the semester. NO EQUIPMENT or EXPERIENCE NECESSARY. These classes are only open to current Pratt Students and Faculty members. As we have a limited number of bokken (wooden swords) and naginata, we do encourage our members to eventually purchase their own equipment and uniforms – we can assist in this when you are ready. Due to limited space and equipment we are limiting the class size. If you wish to register later in the semester, please send us an email or DM asking if there is an available spot.

REGISTER FOR THE PRATT BUDO CLUB ONLINE
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NYBA JAPAN TOUR 2025
Aug
28
to Sep 6

NYBA JAPAN TOUR 2025

  • Chichibu, Saitama, 369-1503 Japan (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

NYBA is going on a Budo tour in Japan this September 2025! The tour will be for 10 days (4 days in Kyoto and 6 days in Tokyo). We will first study Kyudo and yumi making with Shibata XXI Sensei in Kyoto and then take a Shinkansen (bullet train) to Tokyo for the Asayama Ichiden Ryu Training Camp with Seki Sensei.

Students are not required to attend all the events and are welcome to organize their own independent travel agenda meeting up with the larger group when they can.

TOUR SCHEDULE:

DAY 1 – THURS 8/28 – TRAVEL (NYC – KYOTO) (3 DAYS)

DAY 2 – FRI 8/29 – ARRIVE KYOTO – SIGHTSEEING/SHOPPING

DAY 3 – SAT 8/30 – VISIT SHIBATA SENSEI’S WORKSHOP + SIGHTSEEING

DAY 4 – SUN 8/31 – SIGHTSEEING/SHOPPING

DAY 5 – MON 9/1 – TRAVEL KYOTO TO SAITAMA (4 DAYS)

DAY 6 – TUES 9/2 – AIR SEMINAR DAY 1 – W/SEKI SENSEI

DAY 7 – WEDS 9/3 – AIR SEMINAR DAY 2 – W/SEKI SENSEI

DAY 8 – THURS 9/4 – AIR SEMINAR DAY 3 – W/SEKI SENSEI
TRAVEL BACK TO TOKYO – PM

DAY 9 – FRI 9/5 – TOKYO – REST SIGHTSEEING/SHOPPING

DAY 10 – SAT 9/6 – TRAVEL (TOKYO – NYC)

JOIN THE WHATSAPP GROUP CHAT

We’ll be sharing relevant information and discussions here.

Kanjuro Shibata Sensei XXI

After the retirement of Shibata Sensei XX in October 2011, his adopted son (i.e. his son-in-law), Shibata Kanjuro XXI, took over as the official head of Zenko International – the multi-national umbrella organization of Shibata-style KYUDO. Shibata Sensei is a 21st generation master bowmaker, archer, and is also a 4th generation official bowmaker to the Emperor of Japan in the Shibata family lineage.

Dates: August 30th & 31st

︎Venue: Shibata Kanjuro Bow Shop (柴田勘十郎弓店)

Japan, 〒600-8048 Kyoto, Shimogyo Ward, Suhamacho, 657

Tel: +81753511491

 

We're very excited to announce the Asayama Ichiden Ryu Training Camp 2025!

  • We will mainly focus on Kenjutsu and Iai training

  • You will automatically have access to the archive videos
    of the training once you purchase this ticket

  • Refunds are available up to 90 days after ticket purchase.
    After that time, refunds are not available.

2025 ASAYAMA ICHIDEN RYU
TRAINING CAMP SCHEDULE:

Date: September 2nd / 3rd / 4th (JST)

Training from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm each day

︎Venue: Miyamoto no Yu 
〒368-0102 埼玉県秩父郡小鹿野町長留495-1

495-1 Nagakubo, Ogano Town, Chichibu District, Saitama Prefecture, 368-0102, Japan

  • *Beginners: No Dan and First Dan / Advanced: Second Dan and higher (colored belts)

    ★Day 1★

    10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

    Beginners:Batto Kihon, Tsumemokuroku

    Advanced:Batto Kihon (with △)

    11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

    Beginners:Kote Uchi 22 Kajō

    Advanced: Kote Uchi 22 Kajō

    1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

    Lunch Break

    2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

    Beginners: Batto Kihon, Batto Kihon [moving version]

    Advanced: Muhiryū Iai (with △)

    4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

    Beginners: Kote Uchi 22 Kajō

    Advanced: Kote Uchi 22 Kajō

  • *Beginners: No Dan and First Dan / Advanced: Second Dan and higher (colored belts)

    ★Day 2★

    10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

    Beginners: Batto Kihon, Tsumemokuroku

    Advanced: Batto Kihon [moving version] (with △)

    11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

    Beginners: Kote Uchi 22 Kajō

    Advanced: Kenjutsu Kata of Honbu’s First Dan Exam

    1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

    Lunch Break

    2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

    Shunjō: Short Shunjō Suburi & Kata (with △)

    Others: Batto Kihon [moving version]

    4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

    Shunjō: Short Shunjō Kata (with △) [Preparing for Enbu: Finding a partner and choosing a Kata]

    Others: Kenjutsu Kata of Honbu’s First Dan Exam

    *Shunjō training is only for members of the “Special Weapons Class”

  • *Beginners: No Dan and First Dan / Advanced: Second Dan and higher (colored belts)

    ★Day 3★

    10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

    Beginners: Batto Kihon [moving version], Tsumemokuroku

    Advanced: Muhiryū Iai (with △)

    11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

    Beginners: Kenjutsu Kata of Honbu’s First Dan Exam

    Advanced: Kenjutsu Kata of Honbu’s Second Dan Exam

    1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

    Lunch Break

    2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

    Beginners: Kenjutsu Kata of Honbu’s First Dan Exam [Preparing for Enbu: Finding a partner and choosing a Kata]

    Advanced: Kenjutsu Kata of Honbu’s Second Dan Exam [Preparing for Enbu: Finding a partner and choosing a Kata]

    4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

    Enbu Performance *Shunjō members will also perform a Shunjō Kata

 

PLEASE NOTE: USE A COMPUTER BROWSER TO PURCHASE TICKETS (THIS WAY YOU AVOID SERVICE FEES)

PURCHASE TICKET

What’s included in this ticket:

  • Three days of Asayama Ichiden Ryu training

  • The training will mainly focus on Kenjutsu. However, we will also have time to train Iai (and Shunjō staff techniques) too. Certificates will be awarded to those participating in all three training days.

  • Rental of training katana (bokutō, iaitō, shunjō, etc.)

  • You only need to bring your training gear (dogi, hakama, inner obi, outer obi). However,
    we might not have the perfect length katana (and staff) for you, so you can bring your own training equipment (bokutō, iaitō, etc.) if you wish

  • Dogi and Hakama

  • Inner Obi (any color)

  • Outer Obi: 

  • Ryokan hotel stay, meals (3 times a day), and dojo rental fees for 3 days.

  • You only have to arrive on time at the venue on the first day,
    and everything else will be prepared for you.

  • Access to the archive videos of the 3-day training after the camp

  • We will hire a professional cameraman to film the 3-day training.
    After the training camp, you will have unlimited access to the videos.

  • The purchase of this ticket confirms you’ve read and agreed to the following rules.Refunds are available up to 90 days after ticket purchase. After that time, refunds are not available.

    • Please purchase one ticket per participant (You must be 12 years or older to participate).

    • Seki Sensei will not be able to provide one-on-one instruction to everyone. Please understand that there
      will be instances where you will learn from other instructors and senior students as well.

    • Teaching techniques from other Ryuha styles during the training camp is prohibited.

    • All activities during the training camp will be recorded, and the videos will be shared with participants and ticket purchasers.
      If you do not wish to appear in the footage, please cover your face or try to avoid being on camera. We will not be applying any mosaics or edits to the footage.

    • In the event of any damage to the Ryokan hotel or dojo, the individual responsible will be required to compensate for the full amount.

    • We will provide the training iaitō/bokuto/staff for training, but please bring your own training gear
      (dogi, hakama, inner obi, outer obi). Even if you forget, we can not provide it. 

    • However, we might not have the perfect length katana/staff for you,
      so you can bring your training equipment (bokutō, iaitō, etc.) if you wish.

    • Since we will frequently be taking off and putting on shoes, please wear shoes that are easy to take on and off.

    • The rooms we stay in at the Ryokan are not individual but large rooms where everyone stays together
      (The rooms are separated for men and women).

    • The management of valuables is the individual’s responsibility. Please understand that we will not take responsibility for any losses.

    • In Japan, it is illegal to carry katana or bokken outside of the dojo without them in a bag.
      Please be very careful, as the police may stop you.

    • This is still our second time holding the annual training camp. Please forgive us if there may be some mismanagement.

PLEASE RSVP/REGISTER FOR THIS GROUP TOUR

We are currently working out the travel details and will update this event page when possible.

SIGN-UP IS OFFICIALLY CLOSED – NOT TO WORRY, YOU CAN STILL MEET UP WITH US IN JAPAN, HOWEVER INDIVIDUALS ARE NOW RESPONSIBLE FOR THEIR OWN TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS.

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