Kiaido Ryu Lancaster is directly part of Kiaido Ryu Martial Arts International NZ.
Kiaido Ryu Martial Arts was founded by Grandmaster Lance Strong, 8th degree Black Belt. Lance has been involved in the martial arts for more than 45 years and has been an instructor for 25 years.
In November 2006 Lance was awarded his 8th Degree Black Belt and Hanshi title by Grandmaster Leo Fong and the Kiaido Ryu Masters Board.
"Lance is a visionary who sees martial arts as a continuous journey toward self improvement. He is a true teacher who is able to guide students to the door of knowledge and inspire them to enter and discover themselves." Grandmaster Leo Fong - Los AngelesUSA
Hanshi Lance is the highest ranking instructor of Dillman Karate International, outside of the USA, where he was awarded his 7th Degree Black Belt and Grandmaster title in ReadingPennsylvaniaUSA in 1996. At that time he was graded by a board of Grandmasters, consisting of four of the worlds best-known martial artists, Professor Wally Jay 10th degree, Professor Remy Presas 10th degree, Leo Fong 10th degree and George Dillman 9th degree.
Throughout his career he has had an enthusiastic interest in the development of human potential by combining modern personal development training combined with the philosophies of the martial arts. To make this knowledge readily available, he has developed the course called "The Warriors Way to Self Mastery." The content for these programs is based on Lance's book "Warriors Wisdom." (Copies of the book are available through our on-line shop)
Kiaido Ryu Martial Arts is affiliated to Dillman Karate International USA, Grandmaster Leo Fong's Wei Kuen Do, and is a member of the US based United World Martial Arts Federation.
All rankings in Kiaido Ryu Martial Arts are internationally approved and sanctioned by a panel of grandmasters:
Grandmaster Lance Strong 8th degree
Master Ava Strong 6th Degree Black Belt
Master Paul Hinton 6th Degree Black Bel
Kiaido Ryu Martial Arts focuses on teaching highly effective self defence for all ages and levels of physical ability. Our art is taught in an environment of mutual respect and cooperation that builds confidence and self esteem. Kiaido Ryu Martial Arts is not a competitive sport.
We emphasize a supportive, positive, family atmosphere and combine self defence skills with the internal aspects of the arts that optimize health energy and well being. The Warriors Wisdom element of our art teaches mind, spirit, and self mastery philosophy for personal growth and development.
Anyone can participate regardless of age, gender, or fitness level
Focused on Self Defence and Health and Fitness for the whole family
Highly effective self defence skills for all ranges and situations
Learn how to protect yourself and your family
Tone and Shape your Body with Total Body Workouts
Train in a fun, safe, supportive, family atmosphere with Professional Instructors
Improve your performance in any other activity or sport
Learn the warrior's way to self mastery and build personal confidence and self discipline
Strip away old limitations, fears and habits, and unlock your true potential
Our dynamic martial arts training blends with centering, breathing, qigong, and meditation techniques, to assure that you gain optimum levels of skills, and health and fitness, and attain the best physical, mental, and emotional shape of your life.
Our comprehensive martial arts syllabus and training program incorporates:
Modern Self Defence - for all ranges and situations
Karate, Kickboxing, and Jiu Jitsu - Small Circle and Brazilian
Kyusho Jitsu and Tuite Jitsu - Pressure Point Self Defence
Traditional Weapons - Bo, Jo, Bokken, Tonfa, Nunchaku, Sai, and Katana
Arnis Stickfighting - Arnis Mati and Modern Arnis
Non Violent Conflict Resolution Skills
Health and Fitness - total body workouts - strength, flexibility, and cardio fitness
Qigong & Meditation - builds Qi energy to enhance all martial arts and healing practices
Warriors Wisdom - develops an indomitable warrior's spirit and positive approach to life
Internationally Certified Instructors and Rank Certification
Kiaido Ryu?
Ki means life force energy or universal energy. Through our martial arts training, we learn how to connect to this energy and tap into our own internal power. This develops our internal strength, removes limitations and barriers, and releases our potential. Aistands for the importance of having harmony and balance in our lives. Understanding the philosophy of Yin and Yang we develop physical, mental and spiritual balance in all aspects of our lives. Do is the Way, or Path to personal growth, fulfillment, and self mastery. Physical, mental, and spiritual growth, and raised consciousness are some of the ultimate goals of following the martial Way. Ryuis group or family of martial arts schools. Kiaido Ryu has a strong emphasis on a supportive family approach. This provides a support structure of mutual respect that empowers each student to become all that they are capable of becoming.
