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20 years Bujinkan Macedonia (2nd July 2995 – 2nd July 2015)

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With a great karaoke party on the day before yesterday we marked the 20 year anniversary of the foundation of Bujinkan Macedonia. The event was set up in the winery „Kartal“ in Skopje where more than forty members of the dojo attended.

The students of the instructor Dovezenski, different generations gathered on one place from, had the opportunity to share their memories and impressions from the past and present times spent in Bujinkan Macedonia. Many friendships, relationships, partnerships, even marriages were „born“ during these years spent training in the only traditional Japanese dojo in Macedonia, and most of the members of the dojo are still grateful for that.

As you may already know, Bujinkan Macedonia was founded on 2nd July 1995 by Igor Dovezenski, the only Macedonian citizen that carries several titles in different classical martial schools (ryu-ha). From the foundation, up until today, the organization works non-stop and holds training sessions for its members every day. For now, it is the only acknowledged dojo in our country by the chief of Bujinkan, soke Masaaki Hatsumi. Bujinkan Macedonia is still known as one of the most dynamic clubs in Europe, with numerous and active memberships, that further speaks for the quality of the knowledge that is transmitted in the dojo.
At the end of the party, the founder Dovezenski thanked all members and guests that participated on the jubilee gathering, who came to show their gratitude for the hard work that created a respected world class dojo called Bujinkan Macedonia, well-known and acknowledged by the best international organizations for Japanese martial arts.

Life in the Wilderness II

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Last year we started the new seven-year chapter in the history of Bujinkan Macedonia, which in fact represents the next phase of the legendary seminar „Outdoor Survival“.

The two-day seminar called „Life in the Wilderness“, is an event where the members of the Organization are going to study techniques for living in a community in the wild, or far from civilization. The seminar is going to be conducted by a natural catastrophe scenario or some other emergency that requires retreat on some unreachable location and organizing a long-term living with a group of people. By learning these skills, the members of the dojo will be able to take care of their family and to provide basic living conditions in the wild in case of danger.
Last year we started writing the new chapter of history, and this year we continue with the second chapter. Don’t miss the opportunity to learn the techniques for living in the wild, that in case of a natural catastrophe or other emergency would be more than welcome.
On this seminar all members of the dojo of Bujinkan Macedonia / Taiyou e no Michi can participate, regardless of their degree.
You can read here about the unforgettable experience from the last years’ seminar —–> Life in the Wilderness I 
Required equipment: anything that can be used for survival in nature and that will fit in your backpack.
Date: 25th/26th of July (2015)
Location: in the surroundings of Lipac
Program:
Saturday 07.00 o’clock- departure from Skopje
Sunday 18.00 o’clock – return
Applying and information via inbox, by phone or on the Forum.
P.S. Residing in nature brings several dangers. All participants come at their own risk. Have the required doctors’ examination before you apply.

20 years Bujinkan Macedonia (2nd July 2995 - 2nd July 2015)

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With a great karaoke party on the day before yesterday we marked the 20 year anniversary of the foundation of Bujinkan Macedonia. The event was set up in the winery „Kartal“ in Skopje where more than forty members of the dojo attended.

The students of the instructor Dovezenski, different generations gathered on one place from, had the opportunity to share their memories and impressions from the past and present times spent in Bujinkan Macedonia. Many friendships, relationships, partnerships, even marriages were „born“ during these years spent training in the only traditional Japanese dojo in Macedonia, and most of the members of the dojo are still grateful for that.

As you may already know, Bujinkan Macedonia was founded on 2nd July 1995 by Igor Dovezenski, the only Macedonian citizen that carries several titles in different classical martial schools (ryu-ha). From the foundation, up until today, the organization works non-stop and holds training sessions for its members every day. For now, it is the only acknowledged dojo in our country by the chief of Bujinkan, soke Masaaki Hatsumi. Bujinkan Macedonia is still known as one of the most dynamic clubs in Europe, with numerous and active memberships, that further speaks for the quality of the knowledge that is transmitted in the dojo.
At the end of the party, the founder Dovezenski thanked all members and guests that participated on the jubilee gathering, who came to show their gratitude for the hard work that created a respected world class dojo called Bujinkan Macedonia, well-known and acknowledged by the best international organizations for Japanese martial arts.

The International Katori Shinto ryu seminar under the leadership of Erik Louw held

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The Dojo for classical Japanese martial arts – Katori Shinto ryu Macedonia, which is part of the Organization „Taiyou e no Michi“, the past weekend organized a seminar for Tenshin Shoden Katori Shinto ryu Bujutsu. Among the participants from Macedonia, kobudokas from Holland and Romania traveled specially for this event too, and with that the seminar acquired an international character. 
Our teacher for the oldest documented Japanese martial art, Erik Louw, was accompanied by his three students from Amsterdam, and was a lecturer at this seminar. On Friday they organized a special training for the leader of Katori Shinto ryu Macedonia, Igor Dovezenski, who, in return, had the opportunity to train with each one of them. The next day, on the official day of the seminar, the other participants joined, and among them were our friends from Romania that organized a seminar not long ago, where Dovezenski taught the basics of handling a Japanese sword.
During the seven day stay in Macedonia, sensei Erik, together with the other participants, had the time to get to know several cultural and historical monuments, and also enjoy the beauties of our wonderful land, which, as they say, they are left breathless with every recurring visit.

The International Katori Shinto ryu seminar under the leadership of Erik Louw held

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The Dojo for classical Japanese martial arts – Katori Shinto ryu Macedonia, which is part of the Organization „Taiyou e no Michi“, the past weekend organized a seminar for Tenshin Shoden Katori Shinto ryu Bujutsu. Among the participants from Macedonia, kobudokas from Holland and Romania traveled specially for this event too, and with that the seminar acquired an international character. 
Our teacher for the oldest documented Japanese martial art, Erik Louw, was accompanied by his three students from Amsterdam, and was a lecturer at this seminar. On Friday they organized a special training for the leader of Katori Shinto ryu Macedonia, Igor Dovezenski, who, in return, had the opportunity to train with each one of them. The next day, on the official day of the seminar, the other participants joined, and among them were our friends from Romania that organized a seminar not long ago, where Dovezenski taught the basics of handling a Japanese sword.
During the seven day stay in Macedonia, sensei Erik, together with the other participants, had the time to get to know several cultural and historical monuments, and also enjoy the beauties of our wonderful land, which, as they say, they are left breathless with every recurring visit.

Ninja Kids in the Hombu Dojo of Bujinkan Macedonia

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The instructors of Bujinkan Macedonia to the section „Ninja Kids“, in collaboration with the main instructor of the Organization dedicated to the
study of classical Japanese martial arts „Taiyou e no Michi“, are
organizing a one-day excursion with a training in the Hombu Dojo of
Bujinkan Macedonia, located in the valley under the mountain of Lipac
(62 km. from Skopje).
Date: 16th of May (Saturday)

Program:
– 08:00 departure from Skopje
– 09:00 arrival
– 10:00 – 12:00 training in the Hombu Dojo
– 12:00 – 12:30 lunch
– 13:00 – 14:00 visiting a village household on a farm
– 14:00 – 15:00 training with a sword (with rubber)
– 15:00 – 16:00 walk alongside a river
– 17:00 return

The children need to carry training equipment, a spare t-shirt, water (for the road), snacks or a banana for a snack, and the lunch will be prepared from the people that are responsible for the Hombu Dojo. During the excursion, the children will be accompanied at all times from two instructors (Taki Gakovski and Monika Shapkov).
For additional information, contact instructor Taki Gakovski (tel.071 358 226).

Yumi Ya Jutsu seminar held

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Another successful outdoor seminar, this time on subject Yumi Ya Jutsu (the art of handling a bow and arrow). Five members of Bujinkan Macedonia participated at this event, who learned the basic ways to shoot with this weapon. Before the beginning of the seminar, details about the making process of the bow and arrow were shown to the participants, so they could make their own in the future if they find themselves out in nature equipped solely with a knife.
At the end of this seminar, the participants had the opportunity to shoot with a crossbow, and were easily convinced of its power and precision. 
At the next bow and arrow seminar, we are going to practice shooting with a Japanese Hankyu, so we are going to get another perspective on this ancient, but still useful weapon.

Yumi Ya Jutsu seminar held

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Another successful outdoor seminar, this time on subject Yumi Ya Jutsu (the art of handling a bow and arrow). Five members of Bujinkan Macedonia participated at this event, who learned the basic ways to shoot with this weapon. Before the beginning of the seminar, details about the making process of the bow and arrow were shown to the participants, so they could make their own in the future if they find themselves out in nature equipped solely with a knife.
At the end of this seminar, the participants had the opportunity to shoot with a crossbow, and were easily convinced of its power and precision. 
At the next bow and arrow seminar, we are going to practice shooting with a Japanese Hankyu, so we are going to get another perspective on this ancient, but still useful weapon.

Yumi Ya (Bow and Arrow) – an outdoor seminar

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Handling a bow and arrow was a mandatory skill that a Japanese warrior had to master, and was one of the most important skills up until the appearance of firearms. In contrast to the samurai bow, that was known for its size and the perfect workmanship, shinobi warriors used their own version of this weapon that was easy to make and with much smaller dimensions too.
On 26.04.2015 (Sunday), instructor Igor Dovezenski, after a several year break, will teach again a seminar with subject: Yumi Ya Jutsu (the art of shooting with a bow and an arrow).
During this event, the participants will have the opportunity to learn how to make a bow and arrow by themselves, and how to shoot it. Despite that, shidoshi Igor Dovezenski will give a short lesson on how to shoot with a crossbow, so the members of Bujinkan Macedonia will also have the opportunity to get to know this weapon.
The seminar is intended for the members of the Organization Taiyou e no Michi only.
Date: 26.04.2015
Location: Mlaka / Marenkovac
Program:
08.00 o’clock – departure from Skopje
09.00 o’clock – arrival
10.00 – 17.30 o’clock – theory and practice
18.30 – return
P.S. The day before, a fukia training will be held in the Hombu Dojo. If you need additional information, contact us freely by our e-mail.

Yumi Ya (Bow and Arrow) - an outdoor seminar

Author koryuPosted on Categories Home
Handling a bow and arrow was a mandatory skill that a Japanese warrior had to master, and was one of the most important skills up until the appearance of firearms. In contrast to the samurai bow, that was known for its size and the perfect workmanship, shinobi warriors used their own version of this weapon that was easy to make and with much smaller dimensions too.
On 26.04.2015 (Sunday), instructor Igor Dovezenski, after a several year break, will teach again a seminar with subject: Yumi Ya Jutsu (the art of shooting with a bow and an arrow).
During this event, the participants will have the opportunity to learn how to make a bow and arrow by themselves, and how to shoot it. Despite that, shidoshi Igor Dovezenski will give a short lesson on how to shoot with a crossbow, so the members of Bujinkan Macedonia will also have the opportunity to get to know this weapon.
The seminar is intended for the members of the Organization Taiyou e no Michi only.
Date: 26.04.2015
Location: Mlaka / Marenkovac
Program:
08.00 o’clock – departure from Skopje
09.00 o’clock – arrival
10.00 – 17.30 o’clock – theory and practice
18.30 – return
P.S. The day before, a fukia training will be held in the Hombu Dojo. If you need additional information, contact us freely by our e-mail.