Unlock the Secrets of Masaaki Hatsumi Movement Transformed Into Modern Ninja Mastery Of Dennis Bartram And Active Balance
Hey there! 🌟 Let’s dive into the fascinating world of Modern Ninja Mastery Active Balance Therapy, a unique blend of modern research and ancient Japanese techniques that date back over 3,000 years. This therapy isn’t just about healing but connecting with the body’s natural movements.
At the heart of Active Balance is the wisdom from Dr. Masaaki Hatsumi, the head of the ancient school of Hichi Buku Goshin Jutsu Ryu. This school focuses on breathing and physical techniques, embodying what they call “The secret flower opening school for the defence of the self.” Pretty cool, right? The principles of this school are documented in the Tatara scrolls, which translate to ‘sky harbour’ or ‘divine residence.’
These principles have intertwined martial arts, medicine, philosophy, strategy, and spirituality for over two millennia. Until recently, this knowledge was a closely guarded secret, shared only among a few. But everything changed in 1986 when Dennis Bartram discovered Dr. Hatsumi’s work. Fast-forward to 1995, and Dennis and two others made history as the first non-Japanese therapists to learn these ancient healing principles directly from Dr. Hatsumi. They were awarded Menkyo Kaiden, which means they received full teaching rights from this ancient school.
Thanks to Dennis’s dedication and research, these teachings have now been integrated into a Western scientific framework, giving rise to what we know today as Active Balance Therapy. This therapy is now taught at ATA-approved schools and is all about helping you reconnect with your body.
Discovering Modern Ninja Mastery History of Active Balance Therapy at The Shop
Hey there! 🌟 Let’s dive into the fascinating world of Active Balance Therapy, a unique blend of modern research and ancient Japanese techniques that date back over 2,000 years. This therapy isn’t just about healing but connecting with the body’s natural movements.
At the heart of Active Balance is the wisdom from Dr. Masaaki Hatsumi, the head of the ancient school of Hichi Buku Goshin Jutsu Ryu. This school focuses on breathing and physical techniques, embodying what they call “The secret flower opening school for the defence of the self.” Pretty cool, right? The principles of this school are documented in the Tatara scrolls, which translate to ‘sky harbour’ or ‘divine residence.’
These principles have intertwined martial arts, medicine, philosophy, strategy, and spirituality for over two millennia. Until recently, this knowledge was a closely guarded secret, shared only among a few. But everything changed in 1986 when Dennis Bartram discovered Dr. Hatsumi’s work. Fast-forward to 1995, and Dennis and two others made history as the first non-Japanese therapists to learn these ancient healing principles directly from Dr. Hatsumi. They were awarded Menkyo Kaiden, which means they received full teaching rights from this ancient school.
Thanks to Dennis’s dedication and research, these teachings have now been integrated into a Western scientific framework, giving rise to what we know today as Active Balance Therapy. This therapy is now taught at ATA-approved schools and is all about helping you reconnect with your body.
Now, let’s talk about Dr. Hatsumi himself. Born on December 2, 1931, in Noda City, Japan, he graduated from Meiji University and earned his Doctor of Orthopedics degree. Throughout his childhood, he immersed himself in various martial arts. While teaching these arts to U.S. soldiers stationed in Japan, he noticed that their physical strength gave them an edge in combat. This sparked his quest for a martial art to level the playing field, regardless of size or strength.
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His journey led him to study under Toshitsugu Takamatsu, a ninjutsu master, for 15 years. After Takamatsu passed away in 1972, Dr. Hatsumi inherited the title of sōke (headmaster) of nine martial arts schools. Today, he continues to teach these principles at his dojo in Noda City.
But Dr. Hatsumi isn’t just a martial artist; he’s also a talented artist in the Nihonga style, with his work exhibited in galleries in Tokyo and Paris. He’s authored numerous books on philosophy and martial arts and even starred in the TV series Jiraiya. He’s lent his expertise as a martial arts advisor for films, including the James Bond classic You Only Live Twice.
Dr. Hatsumi emphasizes the importance of the ‘feeling’ behind techniques, guiding practitioners to focus on real-life situations rather than just technical skills. Interestingly, many students of the Bujinkan (the martial arts organization founded by Dr. Hatsumi) don’t participate in tournaments. Why? Because he believes martial arts are about survival, not competition.
Active Balance Therapy, developed through Dennis Bartram’s research, introduces Dr. Hatsumi’s movement principles into clinical practice. This gentle, noninvasive approach to manual therapy is rooted in Osteopathy and Chiropractic principles and supported by the science of Biotensegrity.
Active Balance Therapy, developed through Dennis Bartram’s research
After a decade of dedication, Dr. Hatsumi recognized Dennis’s work and granted him teaching rights to an ancient traditional medicine school. In 2000, Dennis received a Bujinkan gold medal for his contributions to humanity, and in 2003, Dr. Hatsumi awarded him an honorary doctorate in traditional Japanese medicine.
Active Balance Therapy is all about restoring your body’s natural movement patterns, especially after an injury. By gently applying pressure to key points and guiding joints through movement patterns, we help the injured area reconnect with the body’s core, promoting healing and stability.
So, if you want to recalibrate your body and rediscover your natural movement, visit us at The Shop – Active Balance. Let’s embark on this healing journey together!
