The seminar „Life in the Wilderness II“ held

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After two days of living alongside a river, we can freely say that we’ve become a „river people“. At least that’s the impression the pasrticipants got from the second seminar called „Life in the Wilderness“.

During the event, shidoshi Igor Dovezenski selflessly transmitted his knowledge to the participants that were valienty enough to apply to this seminar, so they gained new knowledge for the techniques meant for survival in larger groups, this time alongside a river and a river bank.
The first day, Dovezenski taught how to choose an appropriate location to live by the river for a longer period od time, while the country is being occupated or in case of a natural disaster. Afterwards, we practiced techniques for supplying and preparing the food, as well as illuminating the surroundings with the help of primitive tools.
Throughout the second day, the leader of Bujinkan Macedonia taught how to supply drinking water if you suspect the water is poluted, and how to catch bigger fish with a knife and the most efficient way to prepare them.
  

At the end of the seminar all participants were truly grateful for the lessons learned and they pointed out that this was the „tastiest“ of all outdoor events.
For those who are unfamiliar with it, this outdoor seminar was 340th for shidoshi Dovezenski, so his experience is truly great. A big part of the techniques for survival in nature he had learned from his grandfather, who participated in the World War II and was distinguished for several actions, such as freeing the city of Skopje. Thourghout the war and after it, he was a scout, and these techniques helped him to survive in the dangerous situations that he encountered those tough years.   

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.

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.

Lecture and ninjutsu demonstration in the kindergarden „Srnichka Bambi“

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The members of Bujinkan Macedonia, sempai Todor Angelovski and kohai Martin Gachevski, on the invitation of the pedagogue Snezhana Todorovska, held a lecture and a demonstration for ninjutsu today, meant for the children of the kindergarten „Srnichka Bambi“ in the municipality of Aerodrom.
Firstly, the youngest had a lecture about the origin and the role of the ninja and samurai in feudal Japan, and afterwards were demonstrated some basic techniques of combat, with and without use of weapons. At the end, the children had the opportunity to ask questions, and to have a closer look of the equipment meant for training.
Additionally, the Dojo for classical Japanese martial arts „Bujinkan Macedonia“ is always on disposal for all interested institutions that want to learn more about the martial arts that come from the Land of The Rising Sun. 

„The Strenght of Yari“ seminar held

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We had a really intensive weekend, with great company and training. Although the weather conditions weren’t so kind on us, that didn’t change our minds to do what we enjoy most.
The traditional Japanese martial arts training began on the Saturday morning, with the study and the repeat of already learned techniques for throwing shuriken. The next day, we had the training spear combat began, known as „The Strenght of Yari“, an event that continuously attracts many members of Bujinkan Macedonia.
The impressions of shidoshi ho Marko Opachikj would give you an idea about how we spent our time there:
– One more in the array of the unforgettable weekend seminars in the Hombu Dojo. The presence itself in such a „temple“, makes You feel separated from all of the problems that you are facing back home, to become one with the surroundings and to calm your mind and body.
The Saturday wasn’t really „fit“ for a training due to the bad weather conditions, but that was an additional test for our stamina, patience, and wittiness. In my opinion those that had their second or third throw of shuriken showed a slight improvement. Sensei transmitted us the whole densho with care, and I was looking forward to the throw where you do a kaiten at the same time.
Wonderful!!!

The evening, as always, was reserved for a discussion with Sensei by the fireplace in Hombu. While he was telling us his experiences of his martial lifestyle, he was stamping the densho that he gave to me, to Zoki, and to Moni. And on an „old Japanese way“, that I saw for the first time in my life. Afterwards, we spread open the makimono of Gyokko ryu (with its length of 30 meters). Inside it contained all postures, kata, and levels. That was a day that you could see, hear, and learn many things. The next day the „madness arrived“. Spear! The weapon that I adore and gave the most effort to of the all outdoor seminars. It is difficult to handle and it requires a lot of trainig and sweat to get the hang of it. The densho for Yari, of all the densho I got from Sensei, carries the biggest meaning for me.
Regarding the Sojutsu training, this year the students had a really good practice and tried their best to overcome the material. They were greatly motivated, nobody gave up, and they definitely liked it, which was showing on their faces. I am happy that there are students that are still coming to the outdoor seminars during the weekends. I would like to mention sempai Zoki, who was correcting the younger every time they made mistakes and weren’t trying enough.

The Strenght of Yari VI

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The sixth in a row traditional seminar for Sojutsu (combat with a spear), this year is happening on 29th of March (2015). During this event, the members of Bujinkan Macedonia learn and master the secrets of combat with Yari (spear).
As every year, the instructor Igor Dovezenski teaches new techniques, and new ways and strategies to use this weapon more efficiently.
„The school Shinden Fudo ryu Dakentaijutsu uses the following weapons: Yari (spear), Ono (war axe), O Tsuchi (a big hammer), Tachi (sword) and Naginata. The legends says that one night a demon (Tengu) showed on a dream of the founder of the art and taught him how to fight with Yari. These techniques are considered even today to be the greatest secret of the school.“
All interested students of the dojo Bujinkan Macedonia / Taiyou e no Michi can participate, regardless of their experience or degree.
Required equipment for training: bokuto and yari (hakama for the yudansha)
Subject: The Strenght of Yari
Date: 29.03.2015 (Sunday)
Location: Slepo Kolo
Program:
08.00 o’clock – departure from Skopje
09.00 o’clock – arrival
10.00 – 16.00 o’clock – theory and practice
17.00 o’clock – return
The day before (Saturday), we are having a training in the Hombu Dojo of „Taiyou e no Michi“ for all interested with the subject: shuriken jutsu.
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Seminar in Romania with Igor Dovezenski held

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The past weekend, the instructor Igor Dovezenski held a seminar in the city Iasi – Romania. The event had been organized by Catalin Soreanu, the leader of „Bujinkan Shingan Dojo“. This seminar counted around thirty participants from several Romanian cities, practitioners of various martial arts, as well as one participant from our country that traveled to Iasi specially for this event.

During the first session on Saturday, instructor Dovezenski explained the basic postures of the body, accompanied by the basic strikes and blocks with a sword. The second session was dedicated to iai jutsu, followed by the basic forms of kenjutsu.
During the second day, the training began with battojutsu, and afterwards the whole material that was taught during the seminar was repeated again.
What was really impressive for shidoshi Dovezenski, was the great improvement of Catalin Soreanu, acquired during his last visit in Macedonia, up until today. It wasn’t possible not to notice the love and effort Soreanu invested, and with that the results were evident. The same can be said for the remaining students, for their desire to go deeper into the secrets of traditional Japanese swordsmanship. Many of them, after the end of the seminar, expressed their wish for another seminar and a desire to learn more of kenjutsu.
At the end, instructor Igor Dovezenski is thankfull for the opportunity to teach, as well for the great organization by the hosts. The hospitality of Catalin left him speechless, and we would also like to thank his students Marius, Niku, Romeo and Nadia for the kindness and the help around the organization of the seminar.