Kufudokan Oxenford is a sports club located in Gold Coast that specialises in Aikido and Karate-Jutsu. The club is known for its emphasis on mind-body harmony and the dynamic strength and beauty of natural circular movements.
The lineage of Kufudokan Aikido can be traced back to Morihei Ueshiba, the founder of Aikido. The teachings have been passed down from Ueshiba O'Sensei to Saito Dai-Shihan to Saburo Takayasu Shihan to Grant South Sensei. Grant South Sensei has also conducted research into the early forms of Aikido called Aikibudo.
Aikido in Kufudokan incorporates techniques from classical forms of Jujutsu, Kenjutsu (sword), and Jojutsu (staff). These techniques are practised with the unifying principle of Aiki (Harmony). The teachings of Kufudokan arts are derived from the methods of mind-body fusion as developed in the contemplative and integrative traditions of Asia. The club promotes a friendly and traditional environment inspired by Buddhism, while being non-sectarian.
The techniques practised at Kufudokan aim to build a strong and flexible body with therapeutic intentions. Aikido practitioners are encouraged to find a good Dojo in their area to begin their Aikido practise.
Kufudokan Aikido incorporates techniques found in both Jujutsu and modern Aikido. In 1999, Grant South Sensei received a Menkyo Inka (Masters Licence) from Satoshi Yokota Sensei in a Goshin-jutsu system called Hyo-sui Ryu Koppo. In 2002, South Sensei also received permission to teach the original Aikibudo techniques of Ueshiba O'Sensei's Ogi-no-koto collection called "Budo”. These original techniques are the heart of Kufudokan Aikido, along with related variations taught in relation to each classical form and its underlying principle.
The club also offers Kufudokan Karate-Jutsu, which has its origins in Okinawa, Japan. Karate-Jutsu in Kufudokan maintains techniques that have been preserved from the influence of Indian martial arts and yoga into Asia. The lineage can be traced from Hohan Soken O'Sensei to Ted Lange Hanshi and Grant South Sensei.
Kufudokan is dedicated to maintaining the early relationship between Indian martial arts and the development of Karate and Aiki-jujutsu-like styles. The club combines traditional teachings with a modern approach to create a unique training experience.
In conclusion, Kufudokan Oxenford is a sports club in Gold Coast that focuses on Aikido and Karate-Jutsu. The club emphasises mind-body harmony, natural circular movements, and building a strong and flexible body. With a lineage traced back to the founders of these martial arts, Kufudokan offers a traditional and friendly environment for practitioners.