Belleville Martial Arts Seminar

Bo/Staff

Saturday February 1st 2025

The Bo/Staff is the one of the most common weapons in the world. So simplistic in form yet so versatile in combat. 

In this full day seminar you will experience three approaches to this foundational weapon.  The Martial Arts traditions of China, Japan and Okinawa will be represented. 

Space is limited so reserve your space soon to avoid disappointment. 

10:30am to 12:00pm - Sifu Magwood 

Shepherd’s Staff

The first weapon form of the My Jong Law Horn Pai System. The Shepherd’s Staff is a large and intricate form it contains a lifetime of staff foundations and fighting concepts. 

Sifu Magwood will teach a short section of the form along with two person drills and fighting applications.

12:30pm to 2:00pm - Sensei Langevin

Bo Kata #1

The first in a series of three katas developed by Sensei Bernardo Bo Kata #1 is based on the famous Tokumine Bo Kata. 

Sensei Langevin will be teaching a portion of the kata along with two person drills and fighting applications.

2:15pm - 3:45pm - Sensei Aron Polmateer 

Tokyo No Bo Kumite, ShiShiRyu Bo

Passed down through the Kudaka family in Okinawa. The Gokyo no Bo Kumite (Five Teachings of Staff Sparring) is a structured series of partner drills designed to develop skill, timing, and strategy in bojutsu. Each teaching (kyo) introduces progressively advanced techniques, emphasizing offensive strikes, defensive maneuvers, and counterattacks.

Cost
$95 for the day

Only 20 spots available
$55 Red Oak Tapered Bo Staff (pre-order only)

Pre-Registration only, Payment by cash or cheque on the day or

by Etransfer to Sensei Magwood at magwoodma@yahoo.ca please include your name and the seminar in the notes

Location:

Christ Church 39 Everett St.

Belleville, ON