International Bujinkan Dojo Association

Ninja Dojo

Ancient Arts for Modern Times

Train in authentic Ninjutsu wherever you are – from your first class to Black Belt to Master Teacher – with Doshi Richard Van Donk and the IBDA.

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1986Pioneered Ninjutsu distance learning

110+Countries with students

50Trips to Japan to train with Grandmaster Hatsumi

IBDACertified ranks, signed by Doshi

IBDA Bujinkan Is Different

Not All Bujinkan Training or Ranks Are the Same

When you choose a Bujinkan dojo, know this: not every dojo offers the range of training IBDA does – and a rank from a dojo without a standard means something different.

IBDA has a standard. Here is the lifestyle path it offers.

Living Empowered – the whole focus of IBDA – as a martial artist and a human being. Mind, body, spirit and life. Shin Gi Tai Ichi is the goal from day one.

Warrior–Monk training – a non-religious spiritual path. Awareness, meditation and Kuji-In.

Ninpo Taijutsu – our martial skill focus, with Budo Taijutsu studied as well. IBDA ranks are issued in Ninpo Taijutsu.

Rank that means something – earned on three things: knowledge at every level, your taijutsu ability and your character.

Godan Sakki Test – the 5th dan test, given by Doshi. A 10-dan system with 5 elemental levels.

Teacher Training – learn to teach responsibly and earn IBDA teaching titles.

Knowledge Library – study materials from beginner to master teacher – online, on your phone, anytime.

Ground Fighting – Ninpo Ne Waza, taken from the Bujinkan schools’ own methods.

Body Conditioning – Amatsu and Junan Taiso.

Realistic Combat – all punching styles, resistance training, countering drills and Bujinkan fight finishes.

Weapons – ancient, exotic and modern – how to use them and how to defend against them.

18 Skills of the Ninja – and the IBDA Master Council to carry the art forward.

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We Are Living in Uncertain Times. You Must Train.

Learn the Art Of…

A 2,000-year-old way of living and surviving – born in uncertain times, battle-tested through generations – now designed to guide you and your family through these times. Martial skill, physical health, emotional confidence, mental focus and spiritual presence. Designed for beginners and seasoned black belts alike.

AwarenessBody ConditioningPunchingKickingPosturesGrapplingRollingSpiritual RefinementStealthMeditationSwordInner PowerShinobi IriChokesThrowsSubmissionsExotic WeaponsKuji-KiriAnd Much More

Select Your Best Way to Start

Choose Your Path

Several study options – something for every level. Start step by step, or go “All In” with the complete program from day one. Your choice. Just start training.

Step 1 · Start Here

The Ninja Way

Try the system first. Earn your Yellow Belt – 9th Kyu – in 30 days. Take the 30-Day Challenge.

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Step 2 · Black Belt

Shodan Black Belt Course

Step-by-step from white belt to 1st-degree Black Belt. Online study portal plus the binder course, with IBDA rank testing by video.

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Already Trained

Black Belt Teacher Certification

The accelerated path for experienced martial artists. Earn your black belt and your Shidoshi-ho teaching license.

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All In

Bujinkan Masters Course

The complete program – beginner to master teacher – with full access from day one. Online or physical binders.

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Every course is on Bushindo University, IBDA’s online home. Already a student? Log in here.

Already a Black Belt?

Take the Accelerated Path to Teacher

Already trained in the Bujinkan or another martial art? Want to rank faster and become an IBDA teacher? We feel you.

The Accelerated Black Belt Teacher Certification is for experienced martial artists – including Bujinkan black belts who now want a home in IBDA since Hatsumi-Sensei retired and passed the Sokeships on. Same step-by-step standard, a faster path. Going faster doesn’t mean learning less: your grade must mean something.

Pass, and you can become a licensed Ninjutsu / Ninpo Taijutsu instructor – a Shidoshi-ho. Open a dojo or an online dojo. Share the arts and do what you love.

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Grandmaster Masaaki Hatsumi in front of his house in Japan, 1980

Grandmaster Masaaki Hatsumi, Japan, 1980.

Doshi Richard Van Donk teaching in the online Black Belt study portal

Study Anywhere, Anytime

Your Dojo Goes Where You Go

Computer, phone or tablet app – train at home or in the dojo
Step-by-step lessons you can pause, slow down and repeat
Rank testing by video, with personal feedback from senior IBDA instructors
Since 1991 – a proven distance-learning feedback system

Prefer DVDs, books, patches and uniforms? Visit the Bushindo Store.

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What Others Say

They Succeeded. So Can You.

“Ninjutsu Black Belt Course has benefited my physical and spiritual path, it was the most exciting experience in my life…”

Shidoshi Luis Bernal

10th Degree Black Belt · El Salvador

“I am truly grateful for all the advice and encouragement I have received from Shihan Richard Van Donk throughout my training and I would recommend beginners to advanced students to seek out his advise in improving your skills.”

Shidoshi Alfred Reid

9th Degree Black Belt · Ireland

“I felt very lost on my path in life and Shihan Van Donk has helped set me on the right course. I feel very blessed to be studying under him. Everyone should be this lucky!!!”

Shidoshi Brian Lee Sumpter

Shinnston, WV, USA

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Almost 40 years of excellence. The art carried forward by the IBDA Master Council. Your training starts with one step.

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