Kuroyama Budokai
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Dedicated to the study of Japanese Budo Arts
弓道
International Kyudō Federation
Kyudō
Kyudo is the study of shooting a Japanese long bow and arrow at a target, as a means of developing a unified mind and body.
According to the Nippon Kyūdō Federation the supreme goal of Kyudo is the state of shin-zen-bi, roughly "truth-goodness-beauty", which can be approximated as: when archers shoot correctly (i.e. truthfully) with virtuous spirit and attitude toward all persons and all things which relate to Kyudo (i.e. with goodness), beautiful shooting is realised naturally.
Kyudo origins.
Kyudo was derived from Kyujutsu, the art of Japanese archery for tactical military purposes However exactly when it was systematized as a "technique" is uncertain, not only because of the lack of clear records, but also partly because the use of the bow and arrow began in prehistoric times.
Instructing Team.
Our lead Instructor is:
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Duncan Bullock - Godan (5th Dan)
Governing bodies.
International Kyudo Federation (IKYF) is the International body for the Governance of Kyudo Worldwide, establishing standards, gradings and competitions throughout the world.
Australian Kyudo Association (AKA) is the official national body for Kyudo in Australia, and a recognised member organisation of the International Kyudo Federation.
ACT Kyudo Association (ACTKA) is an administrative body to support the club members through access to national seminars, examinations, and international events.