Our Programs & Classes

Students and enthusiasts of martial arts have many reasons for their interest in the martial arts. Some are drawn to the physical fitness aspects of training. Others seek to add discipline and self control to their lives. Still others are concerned about safety and self-defense.

Whether you are interested in our programs for spiritual or physical well being, The BTSD Hidden Mountain Bujinkan Dojo offers a number of programs that will fit your developmental needs and your busy schedule as well. Click here to view our Weekly Class Schedule.

Bujinkan Budo Taijutsu The Bujinkan Dojo “Divine Warrior Training Hall” is Grandmaster Masaaki Hatsumi’s international organization for teaching the essence of nine ancient Japanese martial traditions. These traditional schools, or ryu, are: Gikan Ryu Koppojutsu Togakure Ryu Ninpo Taijutsu Kuki Shinden Ryu Happo Biken Gyokko Ryu Koshijutsu Koto Ryu Koppojutsu Kumagakure Ryu Ninjutsu Shinden Fudo Ryu Dakentaijutsu Takagi Yoshin Ryu Jutaijutsu Gyokushin Ryu Ninjutsu Some of these ryu date back nearly 1,000 years and can be traced through 34 generations of Grandmasters. Three of the ryu are based on the fighting arts and philosophy of Japan’s legendary Ninja Warriors, while some originated with the Samurai Class. All nine ryu retain their original combat essence and warrior skills. The basis of these ryu is known as Budo Taijutsu or “whole body movement.” This concept goes well beyond the idea of simple physical movement. Instead, the goal is to produce a fully developed human being by integrating body, mind and spirit. Training is broken down into the following three classes at the dojo: Fundamentals of Taijutsu: Designed for beginners, this class focuses on the basic skills necessary for the study of taijutsu. Heavy emphasis is placed on footwork and movement drills; basic strikes, locks and throws; and weapons familiarization. Taijutsu Concepts and Waza: This intermediate class covers traditional techiniques of unarmed and armed combat. Emphasis is placed on correct body placement and movement. Advanced Taijutsu: This class emphasizes effective use of taijutsu in combat situations. Effectiveness is emphasized above form in this class and techniques are generally more painful than in other classes.

Women's Self-Defense This program, directed by 10th degree Black Belt Carol Koch and Shodan Megan Cutter, is designed specifically for women. Although all techniques stem from movement in Budo Taijutsu, no martial arts expertise is required for this class. Regularly scheduled classes are taught on Tuesdays in Raleigh; outside seminars are available upon request for organizations.

DisAbled Protection This program, headed by Nidan Barton Cutter, is designed for those students having disabilities which might hinder normal training methods. The program has been successfully used in training basic self-defense/protection skills to both physically and learning disabled individuals. This training is done in a one-day seminar format by request. For additional information on this program, please contact Barton Cutter @ barton.cutter@gmail.com.

Please Contact Us if you have any questions about our programs or would like to know about other programs that may not be listed here.