What is Go-Dai Bujutsu?
A. Go-Dai Bujutsu is more of a combat philosophy than simply a martial art. Go-Dai is the five element theory of the earth, water, fire, wind and void. Each element has specific characteristics which relate to human (and animal) behavior. Bujutsu is combat sciences of the samurai. We learn and practice combat self-defense techniques based on each of the five elements, including unarmed techniques of Aikijutsu and the sword methods of Kendo & Iaido along with various other weapons. We also practice relaxation and meditation techniques which allow us control the balance of our relationship to the elements and the attitudes that they stimulate within us.
