Powerful Yondan Applications
Last Saturday’s class focused on advanced applications of the Yondan (4nd Dan) principle Shibori. Shibori is the only principle behind the devastating 16 waza taught in Hakko Denshin Ryu.
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Advanced Nidan Techniques
Last Saturday’s class focused on advanced applications of Nidan (2nd Dan) principles. Some of our student favorites were Konoha Gaeshi, Aya Dori, and Maki Komi. Learning the relationships between principles and how to transition between them is essential to controlling attackers.
Fine Points & Submission Transitions
In Hakko Denshin Ryu, we study waza (forms) and henka (practical applications). This past week, Shihan Evans covered fine points in waza and various transitions students can use to move from one submission principle to another.
Effective Strikes, Armbars & Chokes
Saturday’s class focused on effective strikes, setting armbars and how easily chokes can be applied in different positions.
Sunday 6/16 – Open Mat
There will be no formal instructor available in class this Sunday, June 16th, we are sorry for the inconvenience. Please use this time as open mat. formal instruction will resume on Monday, June 17th.
2019 Memorial Day Weekend – Class Schedule
Students, Please find the class schedule for the upcoming 2019 Memorial Day holiday weekend. Friday, May 24th – Open, Class in Session Sunday, May 26th – Class Cancelled Monday, May 27th – YMCA Closed, Class Cancelled Enjoy your holiday weekend! ~ Koyama Dojo
YMCA Renovations – Class Schedule
Students, The YMCA will be performing several renovations to the facility next week, starting Monday, March 25th. We will not have class during renovations. Class will resume Monday, April 1st. We apologize for the inconvenience. Sunday, March 24th – Class In Session Monday, March 25th – Class Cancelled Friday, March 29th – Class Cancelled Sunday, […]
2018 Christmas Holiday – Class Schedule
Please find the class schedule for the upcoming Christmas & New Years holidays.
2018 Thanksgiving Holiday – Class Schedule
Students, Please find the class schedule for the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday weekend. Monday, November 19th – Open, Class in Session Friday, November 23rd – Open, Class in Session Sunday, November 25th – Open, Class in Session Enjoy your Thanksgiving holiday weekend!
2018 Tai Kai Weekend – Class Schedule
This weekend is the 2018 North American Tai Kai being held this year in Akron, Ohio. We have several students and instructors attending this event, so please note the class schedule for this weekend. Friday, October 12th – Open Mat / No Instruction. Sunday, October 14th – Open, Class in Session. We apologize for any inconvenience. Normal class schedule will resume on Monday, October 15th.