• 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
    • Budo Blog
  • Aikido
    • Aikido at Windsong
    • 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
      • Aikido Study Guide: Nikkyu
      • Aikido Study Guide: Ikkyu
      • Aikido Study Guide: Shodan
      • Aikido Study Guide: Nidan
      • Aikido Study Guide: Sandan
  • Judo
    • Judo at WIndsong
    • History of Judo
    • Judo Kata
    • Judo Requirements
    • Judo Resources
  • Jodo
    • Jodo at Windsong
    • History of Jodo
    • Jodo Requirements
    • Jodo Kata
      • Jo Kihon
      • Jo Kamae (Positions with Jo)
  • Iaido
  • Sumo
  • Chen Taijiquan (Tai Chi)
  • Videos & Resources
    • KUBK YouTube Training Videos
    • Glossary
    • Japanese Pronunciation
  • 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
    • Budo Blog
  • Aikido
    • Aikido at Windsong
    • 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
      • Aikido Study Guide: Nikkyu
      • Aikido Study Guide: Ikkyu
      • Aikido Study Guide: Shodan
      • Aikido Study Guide: Nidan
      • Aikido Study Guide: Sandan
  • Judo
    • Judo at WIndsong
    • History of Judo
    • Judo Kata
    • Judo Requirements
    • Judo Resources
  • Jodo
    • Jodo at Windsong
    • History of Jodo
    • Jodo Requirements
    • Jodo Kata
      • Jo Kihon
      • Jo Kamae (Positions with Jo)
  • Iaido
  • Sumo
  • Chen Taijiquan (Tai Chi)
  • Videos & Resources
    • KUBK YouTube Training Videos
    • Glossary
    • Japanese Pronunciation

relationships

Sempai/Kohai and Organic Relationships

by Nick Lowry Senpai/Kohai describes a relationship of seniority and responsibility that is used in traditional dojos to help define the roles that we fulfill in training together. Senpai is basically “senior” who is entrusted to act as a mentor … Read More

aikido, jodo, judo, kohai, relationships, sempai

Testimonials

Everyone in windsong is so nice! I can feel improving everyday! So lucky to recognize you guys!

Yue G.

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.

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

Wayne G.

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

Richard P.

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

Jake W.

Home!!!

George S.

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

Neil M.

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

Nate M.

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

David S. - Florida

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Windsong Dojo operates under Twelve Winds Foundation. Twelve Winds is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit in the State of Oklahoma. All donations are tax-deductible.

Windsong Dojo

2201 W I 44 Service Rd. Oklahoma City OK 73112

(405) 943-6246

info@windsongdojo.com

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