Kyudo is the traditional Japanese practice that uses the act of shooting the Japanese bow for the cultivation of the person and the development of physical and mental wellbeing. It is now a worldwide practice that has both cultural and sporting aspects. Kyudo places greater emphasis on the beauty of form, with accuracy being seen as an expression of correct shooting rather than “hitting for hitting sake.” Learn about the history of Kyudo and observe a demonstration of the Shaho Hassetsu, known as the Eight Stages of Shooting.
At the 1:30 presentation there will be a special demonstration of the Omato-Shiki ritual by Ogasawara-Ryu America Branch members. Omato-Shiki started 1300 years ago and 830 years ago it was adopted by the Samurai. It is a strict ritual and performed as a prayer.
Omato-Shiki at 1:30pm demonstration only
Details
Date
- Saturday, April 26, 2025
Times
- 12:00pm, 1:30pm (Omato-Shiki), and 3:00pm
Location
- Morikami Theater
Price
Demonstration By
Founded in 2020, the South Florida Kyudo Kai is a 501(c)3 non-profit Educational organization dedicated to promoting and teaching the art of Japanese Archery (Kyudo) in South Florida.
Jade Fraundorfer currently holds the rank of 5th Dan under the International Kyudo Federation (IKYF). He serves as the chief instructor for the South Florida Kyudo Kai, President of the Kyudo Renmei of Florida, Vice President of the American Kyudo Renmei and student of the Ogasawara Ryu American Branch.