Kobudo

Is Kobudo even useful?

In Queensland it’s illegal to carry any sort of implement for the purpose of self-defence. That’s why unarmed arts like Karate are important. Kobudo practice can still be of value. It develops dexterity, hand-eye coordination, spacial awareness, grip strength and more. It also gives us an understanding of how various shaped implements can be used. This is advantageous should we be faced with an armed adversary. Knowing the range and movements of these tools can help us defend against them. We also develop the ability to use any found object for defence: a stick, a book, regular tools, your karate belt, keys, etc. 

Kobudo is also just fun and that’s enough reason to do something.

The kama (sickle) in particular can even be used for a spot of gardening. It was originally a farming tool after all.