Traditional Martial Arts

The foundational system for people selecting a traditional path is Bando, which is overseen by the American Bando Association/National Bando Association of America. There is a clear set of guidelines for the earning of rank within the system as a student makes progress from Novice to Black Belt. The average person can complete the requirements within 5 or 6 years. Students may elect to continue to advance with a focus on one or more of the following: Animal Systems (9 to choose from), Weapons Systems, Cane, Weiza (Wizard), Yoga Systems, Naban (Grappling), and Monk Systems (Similar to Tai Chi).

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