"Each day in the dojo teaches you something new about what you thought you already knew. One lifetime is simply not enough."
Peter Lindsay
"The art of Ryukyu Kobudo can extend a practitioner's reach. So even those without great strength can become formidable."
Peter Lindsay
"The Master is a great teacher, but only if we listen. At the very least we must try to hear his words. So learn all you can, and pass it on, so that others can do the same."
Peter Lindsay
"Dedicated to the preservation of the classical martial virtues of Japanese Budo and Bujutsu."
Victoria Shotokan Karate & Kobudo Association
Welcome to my web site.
It is dedicated to two things.
The art of Shotokan Karate-do (47th year), and Tesshinkan Ryukyu Kobudo (24th year).
Long ago I learnt that there is no "one way" of teaching karate, or kobudo. It is only natural therefore that my ideas, opinions, and teaching methods may differ from yours. The articles here are comprised primarily of my own personal thoughts, and points of view. They cover a wide variety of subjects including karate, kobudo, history, etiquette, kihon, kata, and bunkai to name a few.
Where I have included the contributions of others I have acknowledged the source. The individual in the title photograph is my grandson who is currently Shodan. The photo was taken on the beach at Cox Bay, near the town of Tofino, on the west coast of Vancouver Island, British Columbia.
Thank you for visiting, I appreciate your time.
I wish you success, and longevity, in your chosen martial art.
Remember: "Always train as if it is your last day in the dojo. One day it will be".
Part the clouds - seek the way.
“The objective of both karate-do, and kobudo, is to contribute to the evolution of the human spirit through physical, and mental training.”
Peter Lindsay