The Spirit of the Warrior
in Corporate Life

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In 1645, Miyamoto Musahi, the most renowned swordsman of Japan wrote the "Book of the Five Rings". This book has become the "corporate bible" for businessmen of Japan today. The strategies and concepts of sword are translatable into any situation where one needs to triumph over an adversary.

How do men and women in today's corporate culture benefit from learning Sword and Staff?

Beyond a good cardio-vascular and strength-building workout, you gain self confidence and the ability to achieve goals that once may have seemed insurmountable. You learn to control your emotions, increase coordination and achieve grace of movement. Clarity of mind, focused intent, reduced fear and anxiety, flexibility and strength are more of the many benefits. As you progress your ability to focus on one objective and accomplish your goal becomes routine. Through the use of group exercise and two person katas and sparing, teamwork and working in harmony are valuable lessons learned. Most importantly, you learn to master your mind, emotions and body. With the numerous benefits of studying sword and staff, one shouldn't forget that it is a great way to have a good workout and have fun!

The components of the class are 
* Dojo etiquette 
* Centering and focusing meditation 
* Basic Japanese commands 
* Anatomy of the sword 
* Warmup and flexibility exercises 
* Martial philosophy and strategy 
* Swinging exercises with sword and staff 
* How to cut, clean blade and return 
* Construction of padded staff 
* Basic positions for sword & staff 
* Beginning sword katas 
* Beginning staff techniques

Dov Sensei recounts a story from his days as Iaido student:

Some years ago, one of my teachers, Takahasi Sensei, had all of us line up and stand at attention. He asked everyone one question, "Why do you study sword?" The students had many answers....it makes me stronger.... I understand martial arts better...I am a better fighter....and on and on. Then he asked me the question and I didn't know what to say. So I said the first thing that came to me, "it makes me a better driver." Sensei responded with, "Ah, he understands."

Ask Dov Nadel Sensei about seminars on modern-day warriorship for your company and employees.