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  • The School
    • Windsong Dojo
    • We are a Non-Profit Dojo
    • About Us
    • Contact Us
    • Directions
    • Instructors
    • Join/Tuition
    • Schedule
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • Windsong T-Shirts and Gear
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  • Aikido
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    • History of Aikido
    • Aikido Kata
      • Tegatana No Kata (The Walk)
      • Hanasu No Kata (The 8 Releases)
      • Ju Nana Hon Kata (The 17)
      • Owaza Ju Pon (The Big 10)
      • Koryu Dai Ichi (Ichi Kata)
      • Koryu Dai Ni (Ni Kata)
      • Koryu Dai San (San Kata)
      • Koryu Dai Yon (Yon Kata)
    • Aikido Requirements
    • Aikido Study Guides
      • Aikido Study Guide: Beginner Skills
      • Aikido Study Guide: Yonkyu
      • Aikido Study Guide: Sankyu
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Shobu and Shiai: Winning and Losing in Ultimate Fights

by Nick Lowry Head to head in a competition-a real “technician” will probably get beat by a real “champion”- and a real champion will probably be able to repeat that amazing feat a few times in a given day–where the … Read More

fight, martial arts, shiai, shobu

Testimonials

I think that it’s a bodacious place with excellent people from the top down to the beginner.

Richard P.

I travel from Fl. to learn at this dojo, and will continue to do so.

David S. - Florida

This is an excellent place learn different arts from a great group of people. They have many classes daily to attend to make it easy for those with busy schedules!

Steve R.

Knowledgeable instructors who treat you like family. The goal is to learn each art without getting injured in the process.

Nate M.

Love this place. Great techniques taught by even better people. Super fun learning the judo throws and grappling.

Jake W.

Excellent learning environment = respect, awesome attitude,great instructors, fun experience, Sensei Lowry is outstanding !

John B.

Tradition meets science in the arts of self defense. Awesome in every way.

Wayne G.

I came from a program where they really didn’t seem to want me.  When I walked into Windsong, I was greeted, my questions were answered, and I was welcomed to participate.  So, at Windsong: I was welcomed. I was included. I was accepted. I was instructed with patience. My progress was celebrated. I felt a balance of encouragement and challenge. No matter what age I reach, I will still be working on applications from what I learned at Windsong.

Danny V. - Oklahoma

I was quite surprised by the size and atmosphere of this Dojo. VERY friendly people to train with, especially Lowry Sensei himself. He always made sure we were comfortable, very hospitable, and made himself very accessible. I CAN’T wait to go there again!!! I highly recommend this Dojo for serious training.

Art M.

The best place for budo, not just in OKC or even Oklahoma, but regionally. Nick Lowry sensei has something to offer everyone.

Neil M.

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