• Aikido students practicing Koshinage (hip throw) technique.

  • Robin Ramirez Sensei demonstrates correct application of jujutsu technique.

  • Black belt karate student Kristy Loya demonstrating Nipaipo kata.

  • Iaijutsu instructors demonstrate application of tsukikage technique.

  • Robin Ramirez Sensei uses a shinken (sharp sword) to cut through a traditional target.

  • Youth Karate class practice sparring techniques with Ramirez Sensei.

  • Bakersfield Budo student in front of Tozando sword shop, Kyoto, Japan 2012.

  • Bakersfield Budo hosts Dentokan International Conference, July 2012.

  • Kokusai Nippon Budo Kai Intl. Headquarters at Sakura Budokan, Kingston Pennsylvania.

We ARE Bakersfield’s Dojo for Traditional Japanese Martial Arts.

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The martial arts taught at our dojo differ in appearance, however, they are all expressions of one concept— “Budo.”

“Budo” literally translates to “martial way” or “warrior path." It is a journey of constant refinement and self-mastery; we study budo to empower our bodies, develop compassion and to subdue our ego— allowing us to overcome conflict within ourselves and others.

Through the practice of traditional martial arts— through good budo, we make ourselves, our community and our country stronger. Being a positive influence on humanity and the world is the ultimate goal.

When: June 21, 2013 – June 23, 2013 all-day
Where: Bakersfield Budo, 6801 White Lane #3, Bakersfield,CA 93309, USA

Bakersfield Budo is excited to welcome back Sekai Dentokan Bugei Renmei President, Roy J. Hobbs, Hanshi, for an intensive weekend (June 21-23) of traditional Japanese Aiki-Jujutsu and modern self-defense Goshin-Jutsu training! The Sekai Dentokan Bugei Renmei, Inc. (World School of Traditional Martial Arts Federation, Inc.), formerly known as the Kokusai … Continue reading

When: May 3, 2013 – May 5, 2013 all-day
Where: Bakersfield Budo, 6801 White Lane #3, Bakersfield,CA 93309, USA

Cinco de Mayo Weekend in Bakersfield, CA Bakersfield Budo – Isshinkan Dojo is honored to host Carl Long Kyoshi, Soshihan of the Kokusai Nippon Budo Kai for a THREE DAY Gasshuku beginning Friday, May 3rd through Sunday, May 5th. This Gasshuku promises an ambitious schedule of the Japanese Sword Arts … Continue reading

When: February 9, 2013 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Where: Bakersfield Budo, 6801 White Lane, Suite E-3,Bakersfield,CA,93309, United States

The DNBK Kensho Kai event being held on March 23rd in Virginia is of the utmost importance, and for those folks who are planning to attend, the enbu (demonstration) portion of the event will be the most important. Bakersfield Budo will be hosting a Seminar on February 9th consisting of … Continue reading