Kongo-ryu Summer Seminar
Robert Douglas Memorial Institute
Memorial Hall
102 Abbey Rd
Scone
Perth
PH2 6RU
Saturday 22nd August 2026
11:00–16:00
Seminar Overview
This is our third seminar and the final of three seminars focusing on bojutsu. This seminar is not dependent on a minimum number of pre-booked participants and will proceed regardless of confirmed bookings.
Please note that, due to fire safety and security arrangements at the Robert Douglas Memorial Institute and recent amendments to the Criminal Justice Act 1988, which came into force on 24th September 2024, the doors to the Institute will remain locked. Please do not arrive unannounced on the day.
Please book early, or at least register your interest in attending as far in advance as possible.
This is important so that organisers know how many people will attend, ensuring that sufficient training weapons are available for all participants.
Attendance information is also required for insurance purposes.
All course attendees will receive an attendance certificate to record their participation in the seminar. Late bookings increase the costs of printing additional certificates and postage.
The seminar counts towards accrued time for those wishing to grade in Kongo-ryu Kobudo.
The seminar will be instructed by Charles Hunter sensei, Chief Instructor, Ryukyu Kobudo Kongo-ryu (Scotland).
The course topics are featured in our class times page but will include:
Bo Basics, Ido Kihon 1-12, Kihon Kata 1-3, Kumi Bo 1-3, Ryusei no Kon & Shushi no Kon Sho.
Beginners are welcome. No experience is necessary. This course serves as an excellent introduction to bojutsu.
There is no necessity to practice karate in order to participate in kobudo. Many kobudo practitioners do not practice karate.
Beginners are welcome and no previous experience is necessary. This course serves as an excellent introduction to bojutsu.
There is no requirement to practice karate in order to participate in kobudo. Many kobudo practitioners do not practice karate.
The seminar is open to existing karate practitioners regardless of style. We are an apolitical organisation open to anyone who wishes to train with us.
Karate practitioners will find that kobudo enhances their empty-hand practice.
Age is no barrier; kobudo helps improve posture, coordination, and fitness levels.
Those who currently practice kobudo should ensure that their bo is fit for practice. Check that there are no splinters or cracks along its surface before training.
Periodic light sanding and treatment with a suitable oil, such as linseed oil, will help maintain flexibility and extend the life of the weapon.
Every effort is made to keep the cost of these seminars as low as possible.
Few seminars even break even so advance booking and payment is appreciated.
To make payment simpler, a secure payment system has been included for your convenience.