KASUMI DOJO, z.s. is a NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION active since 1998. Our mission is to create a safe, open and sustainable environment in which children, young people and adults can develop through movement, sport, traditional Japanese martial arts and a shared community. For children, we want to offer the joy of movement, real experiences, new skills and friendships as a natural counterbalance to time spent with phones, tablets and computers. For young people, we provide meaningful use of free time, positive role models, clear goals and an environment based on respect, self-confidence, responsibility, perseverance and cooperation. Such an environment can offer a healthy alternative to passivity, isolation and risky behaviour associated, for example, with excessive alcohol or drug use. For adults, we provide a place where they can temporarily leave work and personal stress behind, focus on movement, technique and their own development, and regain balance between performance and recovery. Our activities also include personal development and coaching in areas such as sport, goal setting, discipline, concentration and interpersonal relationships. An important part of KASUMI DOJO is the development and transmission of traditional Japanese martial arts, respect for their history and values, and support for cultural exchange between the Czech Republic and Japan. Through regular training, seminars and shared events, we encourage understanding of different cultures and traditions, mutual respect, tolerance, friendship and a willingness to help others. In addition to regular instruction, we support the sporting preparation of our members, participation in domestic and international seminars and competitions, and representation of the Czech Republic abroad. As a non-profit association, membership contributions and other income from our activities are used to operate the dōjō, provide training equipment, educate instructors, organize events, support work with children and young people, develop sporting activities and further expand the projects through which KASUMI DOJO fulfils its mission.
Would you like to learn about concentration, tradition, swords and the spiritual and sporting aspects of practical Japanese sword use? Training with the Japanese sword teaches discipline, accuracy and precision — qualities that are highly valuable in modern life. No simulations: real techniques and practical training. Join us today!
Would you like to learn how to defend yourself? Do you want to overcome your greatest opponent, master your own ego and achieve something real? Join one of our training sessions and experience the atmosphere of Japanese martial arts practice.
Would you like to learn how to handle a metre-long razor-sharp blade safely? Want to cut something other than a poor figure? Do you want to join some of the best cutters in the Czech Republic? Come train with us and learn the art of cutting properly :-)
Would you like to explore ancient weapon arts and learn how they evolved and can be applied in the modern world? We teach both traditional and modern weapons. We stand at the intersection of Budō and Gendai. Come to Kasumi Dojo and learn how to use chains, nunchaku and more safely and effectively.
Would you like to learn how to control an opponent using simple techniques? Are you interested in how people were apprehended in old Japan? Would you like to train with weapons such as jutte, tessen or a modern telescopic baton? Then TAIHOJUTSU classes are for you!
