Seishinkan Kyudojo
Dojo: 1455 64th Street, Emeryville, CA 94608* Kyudo Links *
* The Principles of Training (Book) *
* Kokoro No Yoi (tanslation) *
Kyudo, the Way of the Bow, is one of Japan's oldest and most honored martial traditions. Over the course of Japanese history and under the influence of Shinto beliefs, Confucian morality, and Buddhist philosophy (including, but not limited to, Zen), the technique of archery flowered into the art of kyudo, where archery is practiced as a Way of seishin tanren, or "spiritual forging." The diligent practice of kyudo provides both healthful exercise and a way for cultivating self-awareness and spiritual maturity, eventually leading to the realization of "Shin Zen Bi", or "Truth, Goodness and Beauty" in the life of the archer.
These qualities make kyudo an ideal way for modern people to maintain their physical and spiritual health and composure in an increasingly hectic world. Today, kyudo is practiced worldwide by more than half a million people.
Kyudo classes are held under the guidance of Mr. Earl Hartman, who holds a 5th degree rank (Godan) and first degree teaching certificate (Renshi) from the All Nippon Kyudo Federation.
We welcome all those who are interested in traveling the Way of the Bow.
For more information, please call Mr. Hartman at (650) 494-1584
or email him at earl.hartman@sbcglobal.net
BEGINNER'S EQUIPMENT PROVIDED - VISITORS WELCOME
KYUDO LINKS (in English)
Washington Kyudo Club (affiliated with Seishinkan) American Kyudo Renmei International Kyudo Federation Asahi Archery The Kyudo Project Inc. maintained by E.Clay Buchanan of Shiseikan Dojo. "The Myth of Zen in the Art of Archery" by Shouji Yamada and translated by Earl Hartman (PDF, 258KB) Kyudo: The Essence and Practice of Japanese Archery (Amazon.com)