News & Announcements
August 31, 2025 Announcement:
Announcing the Passing of Michael Jervis: It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of our student and friend, Michael Jervis. A dedicated and inspiring member of our dojo, Michael was a regular presence in class, often training three or four times a week. His commitment and passion for his family and Budo Taijutsu were an inspiration to us all, and he will be deeply missed.
Funeral services are scheduled for 11 AM on Saturday, September 6. Michael’s obituary and additional information are available at https://www.routsong.com/obituaries/michael-jervis. All members of the Dayton Bujinkan Dojo, as well as friends and family, are welcome to attend. Immediately following the 11 AM funeral services, the Dayton Bujinkan Dojo will host an open house to celebrate Michael’s life. Food and refreshments will be provided, and all are welcome to attend.
Out of respect for Michael Jervis and to allow our dojo community to attend his funeral services, there will be no children's or adult's classes at the dojo on Saturday, September 6.
With permission from his family, a GoFundMe page has been created to help with funeral costs and to support his family during this difficult time. Please consider contributing if you are able, and keep his family in your thoughts.
https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-and-support-for-loreleis-family-in-their-time-of-need
August 29, 2025 Announcement:
Dojo Closed on Monday for Labor Day: The Dayton Bujinkan Dojo is closed on Monday, September 1, 2025, in observance of Labor Day. Normal classes will resume on Tuesday, September 2, 2025.
Young adult and adult classes will still be held on Saturday, August 30th. We look forward to seeing you in training!
August 16, 2025 Announcement:
Tai Chi Course - Registration Open: The next 10-week Tai Chi course led by Carmine Anastasio starts on Wednesday, September 10, 2025 at 6:30 PM. Classes are approximately one hour. Registration is open! For more information or to register, visit the Tai Chi page.
August 1, 2025 Announcement:
Training Workshops Scheduled: The Dayton Bujinkan Dojo has scheduled a number of workshops in the fall of 2025 focusing of foundational weapons training, including hanbojutsu, rokushakubojutsu, and kenjutsu/battojutsu. The workshops are open to young adult and adult members, and approved guests. For more information or to register, visit the Events page.
July 27, 2025 Announcement:
The 2025 Nagato Sensei Tai Kai Streaming Video is Available! The streaming video from the 2025 Nagato Sensei Tai Kai is now available on the Dayton Bujinkan Dojo's video streaming platform. Our videographer edited the 2.4-hour video to include Nagato Sensei's instruction from all three days, the Q&A session, and the speeches from the Saturday night banquet. (If you attended the 2025 Nagato Sensei Tai Kai in Dayton, contact the Dayton Bujinkan Dojo for your free one-year pass to this premiere pay-per-view video.)
To pay and access the streaming video, visit the Video Library page. Use voucher code “2025TAIKAI-20OFF” for 20% off of the 2025 Nagato Sensei Tai Kai PPV streaming video until September 1st!
June 20, 2025 Announcement:
The 2025 Nagato Sensei Tai Kai was a tremendous success, and we extend our deepest gratitude to Nagato Sensei for an inspiring three-day training event at the Dayton Bujinkan Dojo. Our sincere THANK YOU goes out to all of the Bujinkan community participants (105 practitioners from 17 states and three countries!) who attended and helped make this a wonderful training event. A group of event photos have been added to the image gallery. Note: the event website - www.nagatotaikai2025-dayton.com - will stay live for six months.)
May 5, 2025 Announcement:
Dayton Bujinkan Dojo Closed Sunday, May 25th through Sunday, June 1st (For Dojo Students): To prepare for and host the 2025 Nagato Sensei Tai Kai, the Dayton Bujinkan Dojo will be closed from Sunday, May 25th through Sunday, June 1st, 2025. All martial arts adults/kids classes, yoga classes, and tai chi classes are cancelled during this time. Classes will resume on Monday, June 2nd, 2025.
If you are interested in helping during the event, please contact an instructor at the dojo.
April 13, 2025 Announcement:
Alan Sakoman Workshop a Success! Guest instructor Alan Sakoman taught a Budo Taijutsu workshop Friday night and Saturday, April 11 & 12, 2025. Thank you Alan for a great training event! Photos from the workshop have been posted in the photo gallery.
March 15, 2025 Announcement:
Ishizuka Tetsuji Sensei Passed Away: It is with deep sadness that we acknowledge the passing of Ishizuka Tetsuji Sensei, Soke of the Bujinkan's Gyokko Ryu. Awarded this prestigious title in 2019, Ishizuka Sensei was a pivotal figure within the Bujinkan community. Born in 1948 and passing away in March 2025, his legacy is profound. As one of the earliest students of Hatsumi Soke, beginning his budo training in the spring of 1964, his dedication and expertise spanned decades, influencing countless practitioners. Our heartfelt condolences and deepest respect go out to his family, loved ones, and students during this difficult time.
March 9, 2025 Announcement:
New Bujinkan Hombu Administrative Website: The Bujinkan Hombu office in Japan has released a new website: https://bujinkanhombuoffice.com. The site provides updates, guidance, and administrative documents for processing paperwork such as rank orders or recommendations. The website is especially important for Shidoshi or those processing rank. Thank you to the Bujinkan Hombu administrative team and assistants for building this valuable website. (We received verification from Japan of the website's authenticity.) Bufu Ikkan!
January 12, 2025 Announcement:
Dayton Bujinkan Dojo Shinnenkai Seminar & Celebration a Success! Thank you to guest instructors Dan Klug, Andy Russell, and Dustin Mowery, and everyone who participated in this year’s Shinnenkai Training Event and Celebration! Participants from multiple dojo attended the event. Images have been added from the training in the Photo Gallery.
January 4, 2025 Announcement:
Kotohajime Complete! On Saturday, January 4, 2025, a number of students, instructors, and friends cleaned the dojo and performed 1000 practice cuts to welcome the new year (kotohajime). Thank you to Jess, John, Pam, Chris, Andy, Betsy, and others for a great job cleaning the "old" out of the dojo...both mentally and physically! Images from the effort have been posted in the Photo Gallery. Bufu Ikkan!
January 4, 2025 Announcement:
Men’s Changing Room Renovation: The Dojo’s men’s changing room was renovated from November 2024 to January 2025. New paint, updates lighting, new trim and pictures, and a new floor were installed. It’s a great improvement! Images of the renovation are in the Photo Gallery.
