Joining the Kobukan Kobudo Renmei
Thank you for your interest in joining the Kobukan Kobudo Renmei family! By becoming a part of Kobukan, you’re joining more than just a martial arts organization—you’re becoming part of a global community that values self-defense, personal growth, camaraderie, and lasting friendships.
We offer multiple pathways for involvement, whether you are new to the Takamatsu-den systems, an avid martial arts enthusiast, or a seasoned instructor. To provide you with the most relevant information based on your goals and interests, we’ve divided this guide into two distinct pathways: “student” and “instructor.” However, it’s important to note that being an instructor inherently means pursuing martial arts as a lifelong student.
The Kobukan Kobudo Renmei welcomes all who sincerely wish to learn the Japanese martial arts of Jujutsu and Ninpo, are committed to upholding high standards of training, and share our organizational values.
Pathways to Membership
Student Pathway
Kobukan students have access to in-person training with affiliated dojo, online learning taught directly by Wright Kancho, and events.
Instructor Pathway
Kobukan instructors are not only “eternal students” of martial arts, they are leaders committed to making our arts available, as taught by James Wright Kancho, in their local community.