Extended Training Sessions, Seminars, Events & Workshops
Below are extended training sessions, seminars, events, and workshops scheduled at the Dayton Bujinkan Dojo or with buyu in our area. Bujinkan members and approved guests are welcome to attend most events. (For the class schedule, visit the Budo Training Classes page.)
Bujinkan 2026 Noguchi Taikai | Detroit, MI
Hosted by Daishihan Sean Askew from the Bujinkan Kokusai Renkomyo (BKR) Dojo, join the Bujinkan community for the 5th annual Noguchi Taikai, an unforgettable weekend of training with Noguchi Yukio Sensei, Bujinkan Daishihan and Headmaster of Koto Ryū Happō Biken. Held in Detroit, Michigan for three days from March 6-8, 2026, Detroit will become a global hub for the Bujinkan community, bringing together practitioners of all levels to learn, train, and connect.
Adult Extended Saturday Training Class
The Adult Extended Training Class is open to Dayton Bujinkan Dojo adult members, young adult members, and approved guests. Training is conducted from 10:45 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on select Saturdays. Costs are free for dojo members; $20 per for non-dojo Bujinkan members.
CPR/First Aid Training for Dojo Instructors (Tentative)
Save the date! The Dayton Bujinkan Dojo will host a CPR and First Aid training session on (tentative) Saturday, March 21, 2026, from 1 to 3 PM. Participation is annually required for all Dayton Bujinkan Dojo instructors and assistants, and voluntary for dojo students ranked Shidoshi+.
Adult Extended Saturday Training Class
The Adult Extended Training Class is open to Dayton Bujinkan Dojo adult members, young adult members, and approved guests. Training is conducted from 10:45 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on select Saturdays. Costs are free for dojo members; $20 per for non-dojo Bujinkan members.
Fundamental Budo Taijutsu Striking Workshop
The Dayton Bujinkan Dojo will host a Fundamental Budo Taijutsu Striking Workshop on Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 11 AM to 4:30 PM. This workshop will explore core striking skills and methods, offering both a review of foundational techniques and an introduction to more advanced applications. Training will include striking mechanics and fist types drawn from the Bujinkan’s Ten Chi Jin Ryaku no Maki.
Adult Extended Saturday Training Class
The Adult Extended Training Class is open to Dayton Bujinkan Dojo adult members, young adult members, and approved guests. Training is conducted from 10:45 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on select Saturdays. Costs are free for dojo members; $20 per for non-dojo Bujinkan members.
10 Year Dojo Facility Celebration Seminar
The Dayton Bujinkan Dojo will host the 10 Year Dojo Facility Celebration Seminar on Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 11 AM to 4:30 PM. January 2016 marked a major milestone when the organization purchased and renovated the building that serves as its training home today. To celebrate a decade of training in this dedicated space, the dojo will hold a special seminar featuring instructional sessions taught by the lead instructors of the Dayton Bujinkan Dojo.
Adult Extended Saturday Training Class
The Adult Extended Training Class is open to Dayton Bujinkan Dojo adult members, young adult members, and approved guests. Training is conducted from 10:45 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on select Saturdays. Costs are free for dojo members; $20 per for non-dojo Bujinkan members.
Fundamental Flexible Weapons Workshop
The Dayton Bujinkan Dojo is holding a Fundamental Flexible Weapons Workshop on Saturday, June 27, 2026 from 11 AM to 4:30 PM. Training will focus on the kusari fundo, kyoketsu shoge, and nage nawa (rope throwing).
Adult Extended Saturday Training Class
The Adult Extended Training Class is open to Dayton Bujinkan Dojo adult members, young adult members, and approved guests. Training is conducted from 10:45 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on select Saturdays. Costs are free for dojo members; $20 per for non-dojo Bujinkan members.
2026 Midwest Bujinkan Tai Kai
The 2026 Midwest Bujinkan Tai Kai is being held in Bowling Green State University, Bowling Green, Ohio, on July 31 to August 2, 2026. Hosted by Shidoshi Ben Batey of the Bujinkan BGSU Falcon Dojo, this is the 18th year for the event.
Adult Extended Saturday Training Class
The Adult Extended Training Class is open to Dayton Bujinkan Dojo adult members, young adult members, and approved guests. Training is conducted from 10:45 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on select Saturdays. Costs are free for dojo members; $20 per for non-dojo Bujinkan members.
Adult Extended Saturday Training Class
The Adult Extended Training Class is open to Dayton Bujinkan Dojo adult members, young adult members, and approved guests. Training is conducted from 10:45 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on select Saturdays. Costs are free for dojo members; $20 per for non-dojo Bujinkan members.
Gyaku Waza Workshop
The Dayton Bujinkan Dojo will host a Gyaku Waza Workshop on Saturday, September 19, 2026, from 11 AM to 4:30 PM. This seminar will focus on learning to manipulate and reverse the kihon waza of Budo Taijutsu.
Back from Japan Workshop
The Dayton Bujinkan Dojo will host a ‘Back From Japan’ Workshop on Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 11 AM to 4:30 PM. This workshop is designed to review and share material explored during recent training in Japan, offering attendees a glimpse into the themes and ideas presented by Japanese senior instructors.
Adult Extended Saturday Training Class
The Adult Extended Training Class is open to Dayton Bujinkan Dojo adult members, young adult members, and approved guests. Training is conducted from 10:45 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on select Saturdays. Costs are free for dojo members; $20 per for non-dojo Bujinkan members.
Nidan-Yondan Curriculum Workshop
The Dayton Bujinkan Dojo will host a Nidan–Yondan Curriculum Review Workshop on Saturday, November 21, 2026, from 11 AM to 4:30 PM. This workshop will review the nidan, sandan, and yondan requirements from the dojo’s training curriculum, including the techniques, weapons, skillsets, and drills expected of students progressing through these ranks.
Adult Extended Saturday Training Class
The Adult Extended Training Class is open to Dayton Bujinkan Dojo adult members, young adult members, and approved guests. Training is conducted from 10:45 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on select Saturdays. Costs are free for dojo members; $20 per for non-dojo Bujinkan members.
Adult Extended Saturday Training Class
The Adult Extended Training Class is open to Dayton Bujinkan Dojo adult members, young adult members, and approved guests. Training is conducted from 10:45 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on select Saturdays. Costs are free for dojo members; $20 per for non-dojo Bujinkan members.
Dayton Bujinkan Dojo Shinnenkai Seminar & Celebration
The Dayton Bujinkan Dojo is holding its annual Shinnenkai (& mini Dai Komyo Sai) Training Event & Celebration on the evening of Friday, January 30, 2026, and all day Saturday, January 31, 2026. Senior Bujinkan instructors Alan Sakoman, Andy Russell, Dustin Mowery, and Dan Klug return once again to offer their insights and experience in Bujinkan Budo Taijutsu. The theme of the event is the use of the Kodachi (short-sword, kodachijutsu, 小太刀術). Instructors will explore and guide participants on how to naturally move, defend, and engage while armed, emphasizing the essential principles of the Kodachi using Bujinkan Budo Taijutsu.
Dayton Bujinkan Dojo Kotohajime Event
The Dayton Bujinkan Dojo is holding its annual Kotohajime event on Saturday, January 3, 2026 from 12:30-4:00 PM after the adult class. The Kotohajime event is a cleaning of the dojo and 1000 cuts to welcome the new year! Led by Senior Instructor Jess Attilli and Dojo Assistant John Comesky, the event is free for all Dojo members, their families, and approved guests to participate in.
Dayton Bujinkan Dojo Fundamental Kenjutsu/Battojutsu Workshop
On Saturday, December 13th, from 11 AM to 4:30 PM, the Dayton Bujinkan Dojo will host a Fundamental Kenjutsu and Battojutsu Workshop. The workshop will focus on core kenjutsu techniques (剣術; fighting with a drawn sword) and battojutsu methods (抜刀術; drawing the sword and immediately attacking or defending) as taught in the Bujinkan.
Dayton Bujinkan Dojo Fundamental Rokushakubojutsu Workshop
The Dayton Bujinkan Dojo is holding a Fundamental Rokushakubojutsu Workshop on Saturday, November 15, 2025, from 11:00 am to 4:30 pm.
Dayton Bujinkan Dojo Fundamental Hanbojutsu Workshop
The Dayton Bujinkan Dojo is holding a Fundamental Hanbojutsu Workshop on Saturday, October 18, 2025 from 11:00 am to 4:30 pm.
Dayton Bujinkan Dojo Testing & Demonstrations
The Dayton Bujinkan Dojo is holding a private testing and demonstration session on Saturday, September 20, 2025 from 12:00 pm to 1:30 PM.
Midwest Bujinkan Tai Kai in Ann Arbor, Michigan on August 1-3, 2025
The 2025 Midwest Bujinkan Tai Kai is being held on August 1-3, 2025, in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
Paul Masse Seminar
Paul Masse, Bujinkan Daishihan, is teaching a Bujinkan Budo Taijutsu Seminar at the Oneida Hotel and Conference Center in Green Bay, Wisconsin.
2025 Nagato Tai Kai in at the Dayton Bujinkan Dojo
Nagato Sensei is visiting Dayton on Friday, May 30, to Sunday, June 1, 2025, to teach a three-day seminar at the Dayton Bujinkan Dojo.
Alan Sakoman Workshop at the Dayton Bujinkan Dojo
Alan Sakoman is teaching a workshop at the Dayton Bujinkan Dojo on Friday evening and all day Saturday, April 11 & 12, 2025.
Noguchi Tai Kai 2025 in Las Vegas, Nevada USA on March 7-9, 2025
Hosted by Sean Askew of the Bujinkan Kokusai Renkomyo (BKR), the Noguchi Tai Kai 2025 featuring Noguchi Sensei from Japan is being held in Las Vegas, Nevada USA on March 7-9, 2025.
Dayton Bujinkan Dojo Shinnenkai Seminar on January 10 & 11, 2025
The Dayton Bujinkan Dojo is holding its annual Shinnenkai (its mini Dai Komyo Sai) Training Event and Celebration on the evening of Friday, January 10, 2025 and all day Saturday, January 11, 2025. Guest instructors Alan Sakoman, Andy Russell, and Dustin Mowery return once again to offer their insights and experience in Bujinkan Budo Taijutsu. Dan Klug will be teaching the Friday night session! All Bujinkan students and friends are welcome to attend.
Dayton Bujinkan Dojo Kotohajime Event
The Dayton Bujinkan Dojo is holding its annual Kotohajime event on Saturday, January 4, 2025, from 12:30-4:30 PM after the adult class. The Kotohajime event is a cleaning of the dojo and 1000 cuts to welcome the new year! The event is free for all Dojo Members and approved guests to participate in.
6th-1st Kyu Rank Workshop at the Dayton Bujinkan Dojo on December 14, 2024
The Dayton Bujinkan Dojo is holding a Kyu Rank Workshop on Saturday, December 14, 2024, covering aspects of 6th Kyu through 1st Kyu material from its Adult Training Curriculum.
‘Back from Japan’ Workshop at the Dayton Bujinkan Dojo on November 16, 2024
In early October, a group of members from the Dayton Bujinkan Dojo and Fairfield County Bujinkan Dojo returned from training in Japan. The "Back from Japan" workshop will focus on exploring the budo taijutsu and lessons covered in classes while training in Japan and sharing stories from the trip. The workshop will be held on Saturday, November 16, 2024, from 10:45 AM to 4:30 PM with instruction broken down into 30-min sessions.
9th-7th Kyu Workshop at the Dayton Bujinkan Dojo on October 19, 2024
The Dayton Bujinkan Dojo is holding a Kyu Rank Workshop on Saturday, October 19, 2024, covering the 9th, 8th, and 7th Kyu material from its Adult Training Curriculum.
Steve Olsen Seminar at the Dayton Bujinkan Dojo on September 21, 2024
Steve Olsen, Bujinkan Daishihan living in Japan, is teaching a Bujinkan Budo Taijutsu Seminar at the Dayton Bujinkan Dojo on Saturday, September 21, 2024.
Midwest Bujinkan Tai Kai in St Louis, Missouri on August 9-11, 2024
Midwest Bujinkan Tai Kai on August 9-11, 2024: The 16th Annual Midwest Bujinkan Tai Kai is being held in St. Louis, Missouri on August 9-11, 2024.
Bujinkan 2024 Nagato Sensei Tai Kai in Portland, Oregon on July 26-28, 2024
The Pacific Northwest Bujinkan organization is hosting Nagato Sensei in Oregon for a three-day Taikai on July 26-28, 2024 at the Monarch Hotel in Portland, Oregon USA.
Duncan Stewart Seminar at the Dayton Bujinkan Dojo on July 19-21, 2024
Duncan Stewart is teaching a Bushinden Kai Seminar at the Dayton Bujinkan Dojo on Friday-Sunday, July 19-21, 2024. Register today!
Paul Masse Seminar at the Dayton Bujinkan Dojo
Special guest Paul Masse, Bujinkan Daishihan, is teaching a Bujinkan Budo Taijutsu Seminar at the Dayton Bujinkan Dojo on Friday-Sunday, June 7-9, 2024. Register today!
Sean Askew Seminar at the Dayton Bujinkan Dojo
Sean Askew, Bujinkan Daishihan and Koto Ryu Menkyo Kaiden recipient, is teaching a Bujinkan Budo Taijutsu Seminar at the Dayton Bujinkan Dojo on Saturday, May 4, 2024 from 10:45 AM to 5:00 PM.
Bujinkan 2024 Noguchi Taikai - Chicago
Sean Askew of BKR Budo has announced a Bujinkan 2024 Noguchi Tai Kai in Chicago on February 2-4, 2024.
Dayton Bujinkan Dojo Shinnenkai (Mini Dai Komyo Sai) Seminar & Marty Dunsky Taishoku (退職; Retirement) Party
The Dayton Bujinkan Dojo is holding its annual Shinnenkai (& mini-Dai Komyo Sai) Event on Fri-Sat, Jan 12-13, 2024. In addition, we are celebrating the retirement of Dr. Marty Dunsky after three decades in emergency medicine.
Dayton Bujinkan Dojo Kotohajime
The Dayton Bujinkan Dojo Kotohajime will be held on Saturday, January 7, 2024 from 12:30 PM to 4:30 PM.
Paul Masse Seminar in Lexington, Kentucky
Paul Masse from Japan is teaching a Bujinkan seminar on Dec 15-17, 2023 at the Lexington Bujinkan Dojo in Lexington, Kentucky.
Dayton Bujinkan Dojo Blackbelt Seminar
The Dayton Bujinkan Dojo is holding a Blackbelt workshop on Saturday, Nov 18, 2023 from 10:45 AM to 5 PM focused on nidan, sandan, and yondan training drills and exercises.
2023 Midwest Bujinkan Tai Kai
The 2023 Midwest Bujinkan Tai Kai is one of the biggest events hosted each year in the midwest Bujinkan community since its inception in 2008. Budoka from all across the midwest (and further) come together for a weekend of training, laughter, and an all around great time. This year the Bujinkan Shouki Dojo has the honor of hosting in Crystal Lake, IL!
