Let’s be friends through the practice of Budo

SatsuJinKen, KatsuJinKen: sword of death, sword of life. Budo is about the journey from one to the other. Hard work, laughter, and beer (or tea if you prefer).

Welcome to SaiunKan

Where to find us

We are currently practicing Jodo
– Friday evening 5:00 to 6:00 pm in Mc Allister Park – Turkey Roost area (enter on 13100 Jones Maltsberger Rd)
– Saturday morning 8:00 to 9:00 am or evening 5:00 to 6:00 pm at the St Matthew Recreational Area, aka “The Pool of Tears”

Next sessions

Friday, January 10 Turkey Roost area, 13100 Jones Maltsberger Rd, San Antonio – 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Saturday, January 11, St Matthew Recreational Area, 11121 Wurzbach Rd, San Antonio – 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm

Aïkido

Ueshiba Morihei Senseï / André Nocquet Senseï
Ueshiba Morihei Senseï (1883–1969) performing Ikkyo on André Nocquet (1914-1999) – Source

Iaïdo

Okada Morihito Senseï (1892–1984) demonstrating Muso Shinden Ryu Kata Ukigumo – Source

Jodo




Matsumura Shigehiro Senseï (1943–2021), left and Matsui Kenji, right, performing Ran Aï Kata – Source

Aïkido

Aïkido is a martial art created during the XXth century, synthesizing different martial art schools. Technically, it is based on redirecting the energy of the opponent and based on throws and joint locks.
Witness to the convulsions of his time, founder Master Morihei Ueshiba conceived this martial art to promote peace and non-violence through friendly, benevolent practice.

Iaïdo

The art of drawing the sword. It is practiced in the form of Katas (series of codified movement) performed alone. It was originally devised for Kendo practitioners so that they could keep in touch with spirit of the sword. It is not recommended to practice only this discipline, without experiencing the constraint of a practice done with a partner.

Jodo

Originating from a 400-year-old Japanese martial art school, Jodo is the art of the stick. It is practiced with a partner in a series of Katas. Katas enable practitioners to train their attention and reflexes, and beyond that, to learn to develop strong determination.

About Us

We’re a team of enthusiasts dedicated to traditional Japanese martial arts. Join us in the journey!
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About the name of the Dojo

It is customary in Japan to give meaningful name to Dojos. SaiunKan means “the house of the colored clouds”, colored clouds being considered a good omen in the Japanese culture. For example, the gods are said to travel on these clouds.
This name seemed particularly relevant considering the beauty of the skies in Texas. A tribute to nature, it is also in line with the close relationship that Japanese culture fosters with it.