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Tengu
Martial Arts


Tengu Martial Arts
Bushikan-Ryu Karate Program




History of Bushikan-Ryu Karate
Bushikan-Ryu was created in 2008, and its roots can be traced back to the experiences of its founder, Sensei Joe. This unique style blends soft and hard techniques, competitive training, practical self-defense, and even elements of spiritual and mystical practice. While the system is built on a solid foundation—especially through its katas—the curriculum ranges from simple to challenging, offering something for every skill level. Like any true martial art, mastering Bushikan-Ryu requires dedication, hard work, and commitment.

Teen/Adult
BELTS
Below are the colored belts (kyu) and the black belts (dan)
Kyu Ranks
9th Kyu White Belt
8th Kyu Yellow Belt
7th Kyu Orange Belt
6th Kyu Green Belt
5th Kyu Blue Belt
4th Kyu Purple Belt
3rd Kyu Brown Belt
2nd Kyu Brown Belt with two black tips
1st Kyu Brown Belt with two black tips and a black stripe
Dan Ranks
1st Dan Black Belt
2nd Dan Black Belt
3rd Dan Black Belt
4th Dan Black Belt
5th Dan Black Belt with red stripe
6th Dan Black Belt with red stripe
Dragon Program (Kids)
BELTS
Below are the colored belts (kyu) and the black belts (dan)
Kyu Ranks
9th Kyu White Belt
9th Kyu White/Yellow Belt
8th Kyu Yellow Belt
8th Kyu Yellow/Green Belt
7th Kyu Orange Belt
6th Kyu Green Belt
6th Kyu Green Belt w/Blue Stripe
6th Kyu Green/Blue Belt
5th Kyu Blue Belt
5th Kyu Blue Belt w/Brown Stripe
5th Kyu Blue/Brown Belt
4th Kyu Purple Belt
3rd Kyu Brown Belt
2nd Kyu Brown Belt with two black tips
1st Kyu Brown Belt with two black tips and a black stripe
Dan Rank
Junior Black Belt

Class Schedule
For now, Mondays and Wednesdays 5:00-6:00 for kids.
More classes may be added in the future depending on growth of the program.
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