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Ken Ryu Jujutsu
In mutual respect we find mutual benefit
Ken Ryu Jujutsu Society has various programs FOR ALL AGES. Our focus is primarily adolescent to adult, including seniors.
We strive to grow with our community through health, safety, diversity, and inclusion. We are a registered non-profit organization accepting donations to support our community volunteerism and outreach programs. Our signature PERSONAL SAFETY PROGRAM (De-escalation With Communication) is evidence informed and a proven alternative to many self-defence programs offered locally.
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Ken Ryu Jujutsu is Located in the heart of The Fraser Valley.
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Sensei Ken and Senpai Advay attended a delegation for Ken Ryu Jujutsu at the Abbotsford City Hall
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Here's a video of the presentation:
Bushido Masters
Bushido from 100 years ago
A century ago, the founders of three major martial arts—Morihei Ueshiba (Aikido), Gichin Funakoshi (Shotokan Karate), and Jigoro Kano (Judo)—were contemporaries and friends who deeply influenced each other's philosophies and practices. Their mutual respect and shared vision for martial arts as a means of self-improvement and peace led to collaborations and exchanges of techniques. Kano, a prominent educator, often promoted cross-training, inviting both Ueshiba and Funakoshi to demonstrate their arts at the Kodokan, Judo's headquarters. This camaraderie helped shape the development of modern martial arts, emphasizing harmony, discipline, and mutual respect.
Jigoro Kano
Founder of Judo
Jigoro Kano, born in 1860 in Japan, founded Judo in 1882. As an educator and martial artist, Kano sought to create a system that emphasized maximum efficiency with minimal effort, focusing on throws and grappling techniques. He established the Kodokan Judo Institute in Tokyo in 1882, which became the center for Judo practice and education. Kano's Judo was not only a physical discipline but also a pedagogical tool for teaching values such as respect, perseverance, and mutual welfare. His innovative approach to martial arts education helped Judo become an Olympic sport and a global martial art.
Gichin Funakoshi
Founder of Shotokan Karate
Gichin Funakoshi, born in 1868 in Okinawa, is considered the father of modern Karate. He was instrumental in introducing Karate to mainland Japan in the early 20th century. Funakoshi's Shotokan Karate emphasizes rigorous training, discipline, and the development of character through the practice of kata (forms) and kumite (sparring). His philosophy extended beyond mere physical prowess, advocating for Karate as a way to cultivate a person's spirit and moral character. Funakoshi's teachings and writings have had a profound and lasting impact on the global Karate community.
Morihei Ueshiba
Founder of Aikido
Morihei Ueshiba, the founder of Aikido, was born in 1883 in Japan. Known as "O-Sensei" or "Great Teacher," Ueshiba developed Aikido as a way to integrate his martial training with his spiritual beliefs, focusing on harmony and peace. His extensive study of various martial arts, combined with his deep philosophical and religious insights, led to the creation of a martial art that emphasizes blending with an opponent's movement and redirecting their energy. Ueshiba's vision was for Aikido to be a path to self-improvement and a means to foster peace and harmony in the world.