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🎉 WIN A MONTH OF FREE TEEN/ADULT & JUNIOR SAMURAI TRAINING! 🥋⚔️Whether you've always been fascinated by Japanese swordsm...
21/07/2026

🎉 WIN A MONTH OF FREE TEEN/ADULT & JUNIOR SAMURAI TRAINING! 🥋⚔️
Whether you've always been fascinated by Japanese swordsmanship or empty hands martial arts, want to improve your fitness, learn practical self-defence, or simply try something new, this is the perfect opportunity to begin your journey.

To celebrate the launch of our new Junior Samurai classes for children aged 7–11 years, Bushijutsu is giving 4 lucky children the chance to win ONE MONTH OF FREE TRAINING during August!

Our Junior Samurai programme combines traditional Japanese martial arts with fun, engaging classes that help children develop confidence, respect, focus, discipline, coordination and fitness in a safe and supportive environment.

And so that the teens and adults aren't left out we're giving TWO lucky winners the chance to receive ONE MONTH OF FREE TRAINING during August as well!

Class Locations and times
Mangorei Primary School
Mondays – 7:00 pm – Kenjutsu
Thursdays – 7:00 pm – Taijutsu
Spotwood Primary School
Fridays – 6:30 pm – Taijutsu
Fridays – 7:30 pm – Kenjutsu

To Enter:

✅ Like and share this post
✅ Follow the Bushijutsu page
✅ Comment below and tell us:

Who is your favourite real-life martial artist or fictional martial arts character or who is your favourite sword-wielding character from film, anime, television, video games, books or manga?

🎁 Prize
One month's FREE Junior Samurai training during August.
$100 value per prize!

Competition Terms
• Open to residents of Taranaki only.
• Children must be aged 7–11 years for Junior Samurai.
• Entries close at 6:00 pm on Saturday the 1st of August.
• Winner will be randomly drawn and announced on our page.

Find out more about Bushijutsu and our classes at:
🌐 www.bushijutsu.co.nz

Good luck—we can't wait to welcome another young warrior to the dojo! ⚔️🥋

NEW! JUNIOR SAMURAI CLASSES ARE COMING TO BUSHIJUTSU! Looking for an activity that builds more than just physical skills...
14/07/2026

NEW! JUNIOR SAMURAI CLASSES ARE COMING TO BUSHIJUTSU!

Looking for an activity that builds more than just physical skills?

Our new Junior Samurai classes are designed for children aged 7–11 years, helping them develop confidence, discipline and respect in a fun, supportive environment.

Through traditional Japanese martial arts, children will learn:
*Confidence
*Respect for others
*Self-discipline
*Focus and concentration
*Balance and coordination
*Fitness and healthy habits
*Teamwork
*Perseverance
*Goal setting

Our classes are about much more than learning martial arts—they're about helping children grow into confident, respectful and resilient young people.

Junior Samurai Kenjutsu (Sword Arts)
Mondays – 7:00 pm

Junior Samurai Taijutsu (Empty-Hand Martial Arts Incorporating Karate and Aikido)
Thursdays – 7:00 pm

Both classes are held at Mangorei School Hall: 502 Mangorei Road, Highlands Park

Also at Spotswood Primary School Hall on
Fridays 6:30 for Taijutsu and 7:30 for Kenjutsu

No experience is necessary, and beginners are always welcome.

Give your child the opportunity to begin their own Samurai journey!

Message us to learn more or book a free trial lesson.

https://www.bushijutsu.co.nz/

REMINDER – BUSHIJUTSU GARAGE SALE & BBQ THIS SATURDAY! ⏰Looking for a bargain this weekend? Come along and support Bushi...
12/06/2026

REMINDER – BUSHIJUTSU GARAGE SALE & BBQ THIS SATURDAY! ⏰

Looking for a bargain this weekend? Come along and support Bushijutsu as we raise funds to purchase new martial arts equipment for our club.

📅 Saturday 13th June
⏰ 8:00am – 12:00pm (strictly)
📍 6 Hillside Crescent, Westown
🌭 Sausage sizzle available
💳 Cash and EFTPOS available

With toys, clothing, furniture, appliances, books, linen, homewares, and plenty more on offer, there's something for everyone.

Bring your friends and family, grab a sausage, hunt for a bargain, and help support your local martial arts club.

よろしくお願いします！ Thank you for your support – we look forward to seeing you there!

FUNDRAISER GARAGE SALE & BBQHelp support Bushijutsu as we raise funds to purchase new martial arts equipment and trainin...
08/06/2026

FUNDRAISER GARAGE SALE & BBQ

Help support Bushijutsu as we raise funds to purchase new martial arts equipment and training gear for our club.

📅 Saturday 13th June
⏰ Strictly 8:00am – 12:00pm
📍 6 Hillside Crescent, Westown
💳 Cash and EFTPOS available
🌭 Sausage Sizzle Available

There will be plenty of bargains on offer, including:
• Kids' toys
• Adult and children's clothing
• Linen
• Furniture
• Household appliances
• Children's books
• Homewares
• Collectables
• And lots more!

Whether you're looking for a bargain, grabbing a sausage, or simply wanting to support a local martial arts club, we'd love to see you there.

Every purchase helps support Bushijutsu and contributes directly towards improving equipment and training opportunities for our students.

よろしくお願いします！ (Yoroshiku onegaishimasu – Thank you for your support and continued encouragement.)

See you on Saturday!

A huge thank you to everyone who came down and supported the Bushijutsu fundraiser BBQ at Mitre 10. Thanks to the suppor...
27/05/2026

A huge thank you to everyone who came down and supported the Bushijutsu fundraiser BBQ at Mitre 10. Thanks to the support of the community, we raised a total of $557.90 for the club to purchase new equipment for our growing members.

We would also like to sincerely thank Mitre 10 for allowing us the use of their community BBQ facilities and helping support local community groups.

A special thank you goes to all of the helpers who gave their time and effort throughout the day: Keith, Dallas, Karl, Phoenix, Luke, Rayce, Zion, Amira, Kaimani, Darius, Rebecca, and Jason. Your help made the day possible and is greatly appreciated.

Our next BBQ fundraiser will be held on the 26th of July at The Warehouse in the New Plymouth C*D, so come down, grab some food, and support the club.

We look forward to seeing everyone there!

ありがとうございました!
(Arigatou gozaimash*ta – Thank you very much!)

We’re starting Beginner Classes for Term 2 — and your first class is FREE if you’re new.Whether you're looking to build ...
13/04/2026

We’re starting Beginner Classes for Term 2 — and your first class is FREE if you’re new.

Whether you're looking to build discipline, confidence, or practical skills, now is the best time to start.

Kenjutsu (Japanese Sword)
• Children (7–9 yrs) & Youth/Adult (10+)
Monday 6:30pm – Mangorei School
Wednesday 7:30pm – Spotswood Primary
Friday 7:30pm – Westown School

Jojutsu (Short Staff)
• Youth/Adult (10+)
Friday 6:30pm – Westown School

Taijutsu (Unarmed Combat)
• Children (7–9 yrs) & Youth/Adult (10+)
Wednesday 6:30pm – Spotswood Primary
Thursday 6:30pm – Mangorei School

Spots are limited.
Enrol by 17th April to secure your place for Term 2.

Message us directly or visit our website to book.
https://bushijutsu.co.nz/

Come along to Japan Day today (Saturday 21st March) and check out our demonstration.⚔️ 2:30PM – Live Japanese Martial Ar...
20/03/2026

Come along to Japan Day today (Saturday 21st March) and check out our demonstration.

⚔️ 2:30PM – Live Japanese Martial Arts Demo 🇯🇵

Bushijutsu Club in action:

• Kenjutsu (sword)
• Jōjutsu (staff vs sword)
• Taijutsu (unarmed)

📍 Bell Block Hall, New Plymouth
🎟️ $2 entry

We're on at 2:30 — see you there!

🥋 Bushijutsu Gasshuku — Open Day & AGM 🥋Curious about traditional Japanese samurai arts? We’re opening our doors to the ...
16/02/2026

🥋 Bushijutsu Gasshuku — Open Day & AGM 🥋

Curious about traditional Japanese samurai arts? We’re opening our doors to the wider community for a Free Gasshuku (training seminar) and Open Day, held alongside our Annual General Meeting.

Visitors are welcome to watch or take part, meet instructors and students, and get a feel for how we train.

What we practice:
Taijutsu — practical empty-hand martial arts combining striking and grappling
Kenjutsu — traditional Japanese sword methods

No experience is required. Beginners are welcome.

📍 Star Gymnasium, 36 Tukapa St, Westown
(by Yarrow Stadium Gate 4)
🗓 Sunday 22 February 2026

Schedule:
9:30am — Taijutsu (open training session)
12:30pm — Kenjutsu (open training session)

If you’ve ever been interested in Japanese martial arts and want to see what a traditional dojo environment is like, this is a good opportunity to come along.

Feel free to comment or message us for more details or register here: https://bushijutsu.co.nz/register.php.

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