^{Kiyojute Ryu}Kempo Bugei

Kiyojute Ryu Kempo Bugei is a complete and comprehensive modern system of ancient martial arts developed by Dr. William Durbin and taught in the tradition of the ancient martial arts of Okinawa. It is a highly effective form of self-defense with a strong spiritual component.

Kiyojute Ryu is a Bugei, or a complete martial arts system, with the complete skills of Kobujutsu, Jujutsu and Karate. It is composed of six general principles: Aikiho, the harmonious spirit principle; Juho, the yielding principle; Goho, the strength principle; Shuho, the taking principle; Nimpo, the patience principle and Bukiho, the weapons principle. All of the major arts of Japan and Okinawa are represented through the six principles and are taught in the most ancient of ways with a heavy emphasis on Tsugi No Kata and Jiyu Kata, which is also known as Mukei.

All of the principles, and their associated auxiliary arts, are taught in an encompassing and coherent manner to allow for the smooth transition between the different principles. This encompassing concept is called Shogei Toitsu Kempo, or "all arts unified in one fist law" and is the foundation art of Kiyojute Ryu. The complete art of Shogei Toitsu Kempo emphasizes the importance of a balanced approach to the development of the three aspects of Man: the body, mind and spirit.

Despite the large and varied curriculum, instruction focuses primarily on practical self-defense. Therefore, competition of any kind is not allowed. As a member of the Ryu, you will not participate in tournaments or sparring. The atmosphere of Kiyojute Ryu Dojo is relaxed, friendly and conducive to learning. All students train as partners in gaining the ability to defend themselves should the need arise not in stroking their own ego through petty competition.

In order to obtain each rank in Kiyojute Ryu Shogei Toitsu Kempo, a student must demonstrate proficiency in a group of skills that cover all of the combat ranges as well as empty handed techniques and traditional weapons. Typically this means learning three body throws, two blocks, three hand strikes, three kicks, two counterjoint techniques, two chokes and one weapon per rank. These techniques are then linked together in Jiyu Kata and Embu.

More advanced students face more rigorous tests and must continually improve their skills. Furthermore, advanced students are encouraged to obtain ranks in the auxiliary arts of Juho Kempo Jujutsu, Aikiho Kempo Jujutsu, Goho Kempo Karate, Shuho Kempo Karate, Nimpo Kempo Kobujutsu, Bukiho Kempo Kobujutsu, and Tai Chi. All of these arts are contained within Shogei Toitsu Kempo, but the specialized training is used to further hone and refine the knowledge and skill of the practioner.

While geared mainly toward prospective and existing members of Kiyojute Ryu, there are several sections of this site that should prove to be of interest to practioners of other arts of all levels of experience. Many advanced practioners should find our informational sections about our Ryu and Soke's Articles to be very informative. Students new to the martial arts might also be interested in our Suggested Reading List and our Martial Arts Dictionary.

Kiyojute Ryu Kempo Bugei was recognized in 1982 by the Zen Kokusai Soke Budo/Bugei Remmei (the International Board of Soke) and in 1983 by the International Kosho Shorei Association.