Welcome to the Yamabushi Shugyo Sai webpage!
Yama = mountain
Bushi = warrior
Yamabushi = "one who sleeps in the mountains", an ascetic monk
Shugyo = a journey for higher learning
Sai = coming together, as in Daikomyosai
" Coming together for Mountain Warrior Training "
This is the overnight backcountry adventure challenge, held on the rugged west coast of Canada. It is a test of orienteering, map and compass reading, teamwork, endurance, and strategy. Those who are not familiar with map and compass work will have a chance to learn. Each time we host this, we do something a little different. Please browse the photo gallery for an idea of what's in store!
For this summer's event, we will be embarking on a series of Togakure Ryu-style traditional ninja missions, involving stealth and strategy. Similar to those seen on the Mantracker show, on Canada's Outdoor Life Network ( http://www.youtube.com ), we will also be learning and practicing tracking and survival skills.
As an added bonus, we are inviting along a few Jugodans to play: Morten Østenstad, an experienced hunter from the hills of Norway; Sheila Haddad, an avid hiker and outdoors enthusiast from Germany; and Shawn Gray, who spent many years growing up in various parts of rural Canada, before moving to Japan.
This is a great opportunity to spend some quality time in the Coast Mountain wilderness with some very accomplished budoka - don't miss out!
*Important - If you are interested in taking part in this year's Yamabushi Shugyo Sai, you must first secure a spot in someone's off-road vehicle. Where we are going to be is far from the main highway in this logging, fishing, and mining community. If you don't have access to an offroad vehicle, there are many places around where you can rent them and split the cost. When you have a vehicle arranged, contact Mike from Nami Yama Dojo and reserve your spot.
The details:
Where - the Sunshine Coast, 2hrs northwest of Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
When - September 6 &7th ( Thursday / Friday ) ( Saturday / Sunday seminar to follow* )
How much - $100 ( * all 4 days $225 )
How to Register - have your driver contact Mike from Nami Yama Dojo with the names of all people riding with them. Pre-payment can be done via PayPal to ensure a spot on the list. Due to the nature of this kind of training, there will be a cap on the number of participants.
What to Bring - once you are registered, you will be sent a list of recommended gear.
* If you have further questions or require assistance, email Mike from Nami Yama Dojo
This is the overnight backcountry adventure challenge, held on the rugged west coast of Canada. It is a test of orienteering, map and compass reading, teamwork, endurance, and strategy. Those who are not familiar with map and compass work will have a chance to learn. Each time we host this, we do something a little different. Please browse the photo gallery for an idea of what's in store!
For this summer's event, we will be embarking on a series of Togakure Ryu-style traditional ninja missions, involving stealth and strategy. Similar to those seen on the Mantracker show, on Canada's Outdoor Life Network ( http://www.youtube.com ), we will also be learning and practicing tracking and survival skills.
As an added bonus, we are inviting along a few Jugodans to play: Morten Østenstad, an experienced hunter from the hills of Norway; Sheila Haddad, an avid hiker and outdoors enthusiast from Germany; and Shawn Gray, who spent many years growing up in various parts of rural Canada, before moving to Japan.
This is a great opportunity to spend some quality time in the Coast Mountain wilderness with some very accomplished budoka - don't miss out!
*Important - If you are interested in taking part in this year's Yamabushi Shugyo Sai, you must first secure a spot in someone's off-road vehicle. Where we are going to be is far from the main highway in this logging, fishing, and mining community. If you don't have access to an offroad vehicle, there are many places around where you can rent them and split the cost. When you have a vehicle arranged, contact Mike from Nami Yama Dojo and reserve your spot.
The details:Where - the Sunshine Coast, 2hrs northwest of Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
When - September 6 &7th ( Thursday / Friday ) ( Saturday / Sunday seminar to follow* )
How much - $100 ( * all 4 days $225 )
How to Register - have your driver contact Mike from Nami Yama Dojo with the names of all people riding with them. Pre-payment can be done via PayPal to ensure a spot on the list. Due to the nature of this kind of training, there will be a cap on the number of participants.
What to Bring - once you are registered, you will be sent a list of recommended gear.
* If you have further questions or require assistance, email Mike from Nami Yama Dojo