Shining Mountain Dojo Canada

About Shining Mountain Dojo Canada

Shining Mountain Dojo Canada is a martial arts school located in the Hyde Park neighbourhood of London, Ontario. The dojo serves the local community by providing instruction in the traditional Japanese martial art of Hakko Denshin Ryu Ju Jutsu, which is described as a self-defense system for refined humanitarians. This specific art specializes in the use of pressure points and wrist-locks, with origins tracing back to the Ju Jutsu practiced by Samurai warriors in 8th-century Japan. The dojo offers various training opportunities, including active courses and private lessons for current students. Students may also participate in specialized experiences such as trips to the North American Honbu, the Eighth Light Dojo, to train with Soke Michael J. LaMonica and his students. The facility also provides "DojoWare," including items such as hats, shirts, mugs, and notebooks. Shining Mountain Dojo was founded on traditional teachings as interpreted by Michael J. LaMonica, the Soke of Hakko Denshin Ryu Ju Jutsu. The dojo's instructors serve as stewards of the art, aiming to maintain consistency and high standards of professional conduct while creating a supportive learning environment. Their approach focuses on helping students understand traditional principles and concepts while learning how to apply them in modern society. The school emphasizes its traditional roots while providing practical self-defense.