Ryukyu Kobudo Shimbukan, South Africa

Ryukyu Kobudo Shimbukan, South Africa Official Branch Jun Shibu dojo authorized by Kaicho Hiroshi Akamine sensei of Okinawa, Japan to teach Kobudo.

Society for the Preservation and Promotion of Ancient Martial Arts of the Ryukyu Islands.The weapons of Okinawa.Instruction in Ryukyu Kobudo Shimbukan. Okinawan kobudō is a Japanese term that can be translated as "old martial way of Okinawa". It is a generic term coined in the twentieth century. Okinawan kobudō refers to the weapon systems of Okinawan martial arts. These systems can have from one to as many as a dozen weapons in their curriculum, among the rokushakubo (six foot staff, known as the "bō"), sai (dagger-shaped truncheon), tonfa (handled club), k**a (sickle), and nunchaku (chained sticks), but also the tekko (steelknuckle), tinbe-rochin (shield and spear), and surujin (weighted chain). Less common Okinawan weapons include the tambo (short stick), the hanbō (middle length staff) and the eku (boat oar of traditional Okinawan design). Okinawan kobudō should not be confused with the term Kobudō, which is described in the article Koryū, because the term Kobudō refers not to a weapon system but refers to a concept of moral from the feudal Japan.

10/08/2026
🥋 Kobudo Division – A Proud Highlight of Our Annual Tournament 🥋One of the most exciting features of our annual tourname...
20/07/2026

🥋 Kobudo Division – A Proud Highlight of Our Annual Tournament 🥋

One of the most exciting features of our annual tournament was the Kobudo Division, showcasing the rich martial traditions of the Ryukyu Kingdom through the skilled use of traditional Okinawan weapons.

Competitors demonstrated exceptional discipline, precision and control with the Bo, Sai and Nunchaku, reminding us that Kobudo is not simply about handling weapons—it is about preserving a centuries-old martial art and its values of respect, focus and self-discipline.

Congratulations to every Kobudo competitor for your outstanding performances and commitment to keeping this beautiful tradition alive. You made us proud and inspired many karateka to continue their Kobudo journey.

A heartfelt thank you to our referees, judges, coaches and officials for ensuring the division was conducted with professionalism and fairness.

Preserving tradition. Building character. Inspiring the next generation. 🥋

09/07/2026
Congratulations!Congratulations to Damian Fisher on successfully passing his Ryukyu Kobudo Shimbukan 4th Kyu (Blue Belt)...
28/06/2026

Congratulations!

Congratulations to Damian Fisher on successfully passing his Ryukyu Kobudo Shimbukan 4th Kyu (Blue Belt) grading, and to Shane Taft on achieving 6th Kyu (Green Belt).

Your dedication, perseverance, and commitment to preserving the traditional art of Ryukyu Kobudo have been rewarded. Continue training with humility, discipline, and the spirit of continuous improvement.

Well done on this important milestone—we are proud of your achievement. Keep striving for excellence! 🥋👏

Nothing beats good company, hard training, and a well-earned Kobudō coffee afterwards. ☕🥋
19/05/2026

Nothing beats good company, hard training, and a well-earned Kobudō coffee afterwards. ☕🥋

Ryukyu Kobudo Shimbukan – Morning Training SessionThis morning’s class was well attended by Dirk Ackerman Sensei, Ian Ar...
17/03/2026

Ryukyu Kobudo Shimbukan – Morning Training Session

This morning’s class was well attended by Dirk Ackerman Sensei, Ian Arendse Sensei, Brian Eksteen Sensei, and Brendon Alexander Sempai.

During the session we covered Bo basics 1–7, focusing on correct grip, stance, striking lines, and coordination. We also practiced the Bo kata Akamine Bo Kihon Dai Ichi and Sushi No Kon Sho, working on rhythm, power generation, and technical precision.

Thank you to everyone who attended and contributed to a focused and productive training session. Consistent practice of these fundamentals strengthens our Kobudo foundation.

Domo Arigato Gozaimasu.

A warm welcome to Brian Eksteen Sensei( 5th dan shotokan) of Gichin Karate to the Ryukyu Kobudo Shimbukan family.We loo...
03/02/2026

A warm welcome to Brian Eksteen Sensei( 5th dan shotokan) of Gichin Karate to the Ryukyu Kobudo Shimbukan family.
We look forward to growing together in the spirit of tradition, respect, and lifelong learning.
Welcome, Brian Sensei 🙏

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