Kobudo
Kobudo literally means "way of the ancient martial art". Originating on the islands of Honshu, Okinawa and Ryu-Kyu, the fragmented nature of these islands means that there is not just one kobudo, but a multitude of forms and masters.
Kobudo literally means "way of the ancient martial art". Originating from the islands of Honshu, Okinawa and Ryu-Kyu, the fragmented nature of these islands means that there is not one kobudo, but many forms and masters.
Two main currents can be distinguished:
- The Kobudo of Honshu: martial education of an elite including the sword (katana), the spear (yari), the long (bo) and short (jo) staff as well as some particular weapons.
Also found there are movements and techniques typical of aiki-jutsu or ju-jutsu. - Okinawan Kobudo: born from the need for the rural population to organize resistance against the Chinese and Japanese foreign domination; the agrarian tools will become, through particularly hard and hidden training, formidable weapons such as the sai (trident), the tonfa (millstone crank), the nunchaku (flail), the kama (sickle).
A third very distinct but more confidential trend was transmitted within the Okinawa royal family, the Motobu-ha. In addition to the weapons of the Okinawa kobudod, it includes cutting weapons of Chinese origin.
Our work, based on these various currents, will aim at the initiation to the handling of the various weapons.
It is accessible to all, whatever the level of experience, and will allow to improve, to progress technically, physically and mentally.
We offer weekly training sessions, as well as training sessions with other martial arts. No competition in Kobudo.
Locations & schedules
From 29.09.25 to 29.05.26 - except vacations
- Monday, 8pm to 10pm(Hall du Blanc Gravier - Espace "G3")
ATHÉNÉE ROYAL AIR PUR DE SERAING
Address: rue verte (opposite no. 269), 4100 Seraing. NB: Enter through the gate on the right at the end of the street. Entry to the facilities is by group (contact the instructors for more information)
- Thursday, 6pm to 8pm("Gymnase" room)
NB: don't forget to reserve your place every 2 weeks (info: Book a slot)
Aikido and Kobudo classes are given at the same time (2 different groups).
Equipment
- Kimono, training suit and t-shirt accepted for first training sessions
Information
- Salon des sports on Saturday September 27, 2025 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (Campus Universitaire, Amphithéâtres de l'Europe, Quartier Agora, Boulevard de Colonster 13, Bâtiment B4, parking A): information on all sports, section stands, registration, etc
Cost
2. Additional annual "martial arts" subscription (access to all martial arts except fencing) :
- Students (ULiège and other students): 35€
- Other categories: €60
NB: from March 1, 30% discount on this package via coupon code to be used directly at time of payment on the MonClub application. --> Where to find the promo code? Visit our social networks Facebook or Instagram from 01/03!
Registration and payment
- Once you've created your profile on the MonClub application, choose the "Kobudo" sports package.
NB: Membership packages include the price of ULiège sports membership and an additional fee where applicable. If you choose several sports formulas (including several martial arts - except fencing), you will only pay one ULiège sports membership and one "martial arts" subscription (the amount to be paid will be automatically adapted). - Proceed to payment from the application. NB: if you have already paid the "martial arts" subscription, the amount displayed will be 0 €. Please complete the procedure and "validate" payment.
You can add a complementary package at any time via the application.
Contacts
Instructors
- Mr Michel PROTZ (section manager) - 0495/27.83.39 - michel_protz@icloud.com
- Mr Stéphane DELLEUZE (assistant instructor) - 0486/33.30.64 - stephane_delleuze@hotmail.com
Website
Image by D.T. Doubouny from RCAE
