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Hanshi Stephen Kaufman
 

Budo Seminars and Courses

Hebi-ryu karate-do
Based on Hanshi Kaufman's books, Musashi's Book of Five Rings and Kata: Theory and Functionality—The Formal Exercises of Hebi-ryu karate-do, students learn Hebi-ryu karate-do as an aesthetic approach to the mastery of classical karate and the bushi (warrior) mentality associated with it. Though self-defense is an aspect of the school, a deeper meaning of the art becomes apparent in the early stages of training. The philosophies expounded in Hanshi’s books are explored with connections to all aspects of the warrior’s life. Hebi-ryu karate-do is an ongoing study. Beginners and advanced students will be considered for study.

Dojo no Hebi Self-defense
Courses are structured for content to include people of all ages: women, men and children, individually and as a group. Beginning with the rudiments of safety consciousness, Hanshi develops the required skills for dealing with unarmed front, rear, sitting, ground and stairwell/elevator attacks. Students who successfully finish the fundamentals course are invited to join the advanced class that addresses armed attacks including sticks, knives, multiple assailants, etc. Based on The Hanshi’s Guide to Ultimate Self-defense.

Dojo no Hebi Stickfighting for Self-defense
Students learn the skills needed to wield a walking stick, cane, or an umbrella with appropriate dexterity to fend off unarmed and armed attackers. Excellent for everyone. Based on Hanshi's book, Zen and the Art of Stickfighting, the course covers all aspects of the art starting with proper stick handling and technique development for realistic defense maneuvers.

Hebi-ryu Taikido Defensercise Aerobics
Taikido is an ongoing exercise program that enhances a participant’s cardio-vascular condition and complete body tone resulting in an overall higher level of personal energy. Performed with empty hands, students advance to working with the Okinawan Sai, an ancient Okinawan weapon originally used for defense against swords, etc.

Iaido—Zen Meditation through Drawing the Samurai Sword
Iaido meditation approaches the exquisite functionality of drawing the sword with the intent of developing individual perfection of the soul. It is the most demanding martial art in that it has no practical application other than developing poise, balance, and serenity. Classical forms are studied with their variations using a practice sword. This is an ongoing study.

The Ki-do of Hebi-ryu
Using the ancient principles of Life-Force Energy Healing, the student quickly learns the value of slow movement to release the incredible energy that resides within. The ability to develop intense focus on matters at hand is brought forth enabling practitioners to overcome all of life's obstacles externally or self-imposed.