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2009 Martial Arts University Dates Announced - November 13 - 15, 2009

Martial Arts University 2009

The International Federation of Jujutsuans is proud to announce Martial Arts University 2009 will be held from November 13 - 15, 2009 at the Holiday Inn in Suffern, NY (subject to change). As you all know last years event was a huge success and we plan to continue to build on that success this year. Instructors scheduled to attend at this year's University include Michael DePasquale, Jr., Joe Lewis, Walt Lysak, Jr., Fred Bernier, Joe Miller, Jesus Bonilla, Michael Burton and others to be announced. A list of Instructors and registration information will be posted shortly.
 

Indoor Pool and WhirlpoolLocated just 35 miles out of Manhattan the Suffern, NY Holiday Inn is the perfect location for this years event. The venue offers plenty of space for multiple seminars, an indoor pool and whirlpool and many other amenities. The location is also convenient for those participants who will be flying in to Newark, Laguardia or JFK. Check out their website for more information. For those needing accommodations contact the hotel directly at 1-845-357-4800 and mention Martial Arts University. Special MAU Room Rates for 2009.

The International Federation Of Ju –Jutsuans
Martial Arts University 2008
In Memory of O’Sensei Michael De Pasquale Sr.

Here are photos of last year’s event


Black Belt Test
DePasquale Yoshitsune Ju-Jitsu Black Belt test		 Newest Black Belts Ron and Todd
Congratulations newest black belts Ron and Todd
Three new schools
Three new schools become DePasquale Ju-Jitsu training centers		 Yoshitsune Family of Black Belts
Yoshitsune family of black belts
Yoshitsune Black Belt Fred Bernier Demonstrating Iaido Sword
Yoshitsune Black Belt Fred Bernier Demonstrating Iaido Sword		 Joe Lewis Commemorating the Marines with former Marines
Joe Lewis Commemorating the Marines with former Marines
Joe Lewis teaching his fighting method
Joe Lewis teaching his fighting method		 DePasquale Ju-Jitsu Black Belt club
DePasquale Ju-Jitsu Black belt club
MAU 2008 Participants
MAU 2007 Group shot		 Bushido Award Recipients
Bushido Award receiptiants
Samurai Award recipients
Samarai Award receiptiants		 Shogun Award Recipients
Shogun Award receiptiants

Congratulations to all those recipients of the 2007 Shogun, Samurai and Bushido awards pictured above…


We will also recognized through nomination all fallen masters of the martial arts with the
Warrior Spirit Award

Ballroom2009 Legion of Honor

The tradition continues with the 5th annual Legion of Honor Ceremony. For the fifth year Banquet and award ceremony will be held in the Grand Pavillion ballroom.
The IFOJJ is not handling room reservations. Call the Holiday Inn reservation desk at (845) 357-4800 and book with them directly. A special room rate has been reserved for MAU attendees. You must mention Martial Arts University to get this rate. Rooms at this rate are limited so book today!

 

2009 Legion of Honor Nominations now being accepted!

Nominations for the 2009 Legion of Honor are now being accepted. To view the qualifications and/or nominate an individual click here and you will be directed to our nomination page. 


The IFOJJ would like to always improve our annual event as much as we can and not leave our loyal members and supporters without a progressive system of acknowledgement for their dedication to the arts. Unlike a "Hall of Fame" these awards recognize a Martial Artists' dedication to the arts. We have decided to add to the Legion of Honor Awards in the spirit of the martial arts. With a true progression of titles using the well known warriors and time and place we have read about in history. After all, we are modern day warriors practicing the code of the bushido. This was always the philosophy taught by our founder O’sensei Michael De Pasquale Sr.


AwardYears
Training		Additional Requirements
Bushido8 to 14 At least 16 years old and at least two years as a Black Belt
Tanto15 to 19Minimum age = 20
Shoto20 to 24 Minimum age = 25
Samurai25 to 29 Minimum age = 30
Daito30 to 34Minimum age = 35
Daimyo35 to 39 Minimum age = 40
Shogun40 to 49 Minimum age = 50
Imperial Court50 + Minimum age = 60
Children's Young Warriors Spirit Award n/a For one's commitment and tireless enthusiasm to their school and family. Any youngster up to the age of 16 by instructor's recommendation only.

If you will be awarded the same award due to time requirements it would follow the order: bronze, silver, gold, and platinum.


Legion of Honor Budo Spirit Award continues

As a special recognition to those Martial Arts Pioneers that have passed on the IFOJJ has created the Budo Spirit Award. Past highlights included rare video footage of Michael DePasquale, Sr. and Mark Walker, Shihan shared some priceless footage of Dr. Moses Powell.  If you would like to suggest a Martial Arts Pioneer for this award please visit our Nomination page.

IFOJJ Legion of Honor

shogunsmallIn 2005, the IFOJJ announced it’s first inductees into their Legion of Honor. All honorees were nominated by their peers and reviewed by the IFOJJ board of directors. At the time three levels of awards were presented; Shogun (Grandmaster award), Samurai (Master Award), and Bushido (Instructor Award). Pictured to the right are the first recipients of the Shogun Award. From right to left, Jesus Bonilla, Joe Miller, Larry Garron, Michael DePasquale, Jr., Jimmy Young, Joe Bonacci, Joe Hess, Gary Alexander, and Walt Lysak, Sr. Nominations for MAU 2009 currently being accepted.


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