Shindo Muso Ryu Jodo Association Inc.

An interesting article by Peter Boylan on technique in koryū: https://peterboylan.substack.com/p/do-koryu-keep-inefficient-techniques
In many koryū traditions, the visible form of a kata does not exhaust the technique’s meaning. What is shown outwardly may serve as an entry point into principles, applications, and tactical variations that are disclosed progressively through direct instruction, oral transmission, and the internal pedagogy of the ryūha.
For training in the koryū of Shindō Musō-ryū (神道夢想流) in Sydney, see https://jodo.org.au/

Do Koryu Keep Inefficient Techniques? Reader Ray wrote: I would be interested in your opinion about the following: koryu school are keeping their traditions even if some of the techniques have physical inconsistency.Thanks for reading!

A nice set of limbering up exercises with the jō:

ブラボー体操（杖を使った体操） 大里師範考案の「ブラボー体操（ぶら棒体操）」です。3年前に公開したものと同じものですが，新しい動画ソフトを使用して高画質版になりました。

A nice short intro to what we do:

Warriors of Budo: Episode Six Jodo A film clip from Warriors of Budo: Episode Six... featuring Jodo or...

Looking to start something new in 2026?
We offer a 10-week introductory package to the traditional Japanese martial art of Shindō Musō Ryū jōdō.
No previous martial arts experience is needed, and jōdō is suitable for people of all ages (over 16 years old) and fitness levels.
Training takes place on Saturdays from 7:45am until 9:00am for beginners.
Our first day of training in the new year is 10 January 2026.
Location: Willoughby Community Centre Hall, on the corner of Warrane Road and McLelland Street.
Contact us through our website for more details.