Expertise I can answer questions about ninja and samurai history, tradition, philosophy and training. This includes queries about ninjutsu skills, taijutsu (unarmed lessons), budogu (weapons lessons), warriorship, and my personal experiences with the martial arts. [Please, No Private Questions.]
Organizations
Bujinkan Dojo Shidoshi Kai Instructors Association (1991 - present)
American Shidoshi Kai (see www.shidoshikai.com ) (1997 - present)
Publications
Ninja Magazine [Writer] (1986)
Sanmyaku USA [Associate Editor] (1992-1997)
Ninpo: Wisdom for Life [Book Publisher, available Amazon.com] (1998)
Kihon Newsletter (1999-2003) [Writer, available kihon.com/newsletter]
Education/Credentials
Bachelor of Arts Degree
Master of Arts Degree
Awards and Honors
Shidoshi Instructors license (1991)
Shihan title (2003)
Q: I was wondering how much more effective Ninjutsu is from other martial arts...and I've also heard it ... A: Ninjutsu is a very effective method of self protection. But where some arts stress grappling, speed, ...
Q: Mr Maurantonio, I am a practitioner of both Kendo and Judo with several years of training in each. ... A: First off let me also thank you for being a part of our military. I admire your decision to join and ...
Q: just wondering, where can i find a good teacher in the nyc area? A: On the surface that may seem like a simple question, but having spent 25 years in this martial art ...
Q: My name is David, I'm 16 years old, and ok in physical fitness. I have a good understanding of ... A: David, It seems to me that you have thought through much of what you feel would benefit your needs ...
Q: Is their another martial art (Ju jitsu or Kung Fu) similar to ninjitsu in application and ... A: Marshall, Thank you for your question. Before I answer I feel I need to inform you that besides my ...
Q: The samurai emphasized jujitsu because it was centered around the idea of doing battle in body armor ... A: In my understanding of the ninja warrior arts, the main emphasis has been toward perserving; ...
Q: Can you translate or tell me about these striking points? Jinzo, Danchu, Menbu, Kyokei Thank you A: These kyusho (vital points) that you mention can often refer to different areas depending on the art ...
Q: Why is ninjutsu not allowed in tournaments? And do you know of any authentic ninjutsu teachers in ... A: As far as I know, no tournament (Ultimate fighter, Pride, K1, etc) bans the participation of ...
Q: Joe Is there a ninja run like I always see in video games where a ninja makes a hand sign and puts ... A: Ninja "hand signs" are more often referred to as kuji-in. Kuji-in is a mental method of focusing ...
Q: I have recently been doing some research about martial arts, looking for something practical as a ... A: In lieu of your reasons for training I would say that Bujinkan ninjutsu could be a perfect fit as ...
Q: in what ways did ninja kill samurai when the samurai where wearing there armor does kuji-in have an ... A: Andrew, Thank you very much for your questions. If I understand your first question correctly, ...
Q: . i am a 29 year old male from northern ireland and i have been training in genbukan ninpo for 6 ... A: Ronan, Firstly, I am a member of the Bujinkan, so while I'm not an expert in the Genbukan, I may ...
Q: Can you please tell me more about the techniques of ninjutsu. Are there more kicks or punches? ... A: Ninjutsu begins with an emphasis on winning without fighting. These lessons include the study of ...
Q: I was wondering if there were any books or sources where I could learn more about genjutsu? I have ... A: Genjutsu, or the arts of illusion (disguise, diversionary tactics, escaping bondage, misdirection, ...
Q: how r u?i would like to know 1)difference between ninjitsu and ninjutsu ,and 2) origin of these ... A: The only true difference between the two (ninjutsu versus ninjitsu) is of spelling. The appropriate ...
Q: Got any websites for ebooks on Ninjutsu? i wanna exand my knowledge A: Saad, Thank you very much for your question. Unfortunately, there are no ebooks that I can ...
