Palo Alto Ninjutsu was founded by shihan (senior instructor) Yaron Galant in 2002. It belongs to a Japanese Ninjutsu school named Bujinkan which is headed by Dr. Masaaki Hatsumi and records close to 900 years of continuous lineage.



Ninjutsu is excellent for developing both body and mind. Some benefits frequently experienced are:
* Improved body posture
* Improved awareness
* Improved movement
* Better flexibility
* Knowledge in self defense
* Better coordination
* Improved response time and effectiveness



There are many different fighting styles in Ninjutsu and one may find in it similar elements to other martial arts such as Judo, Jujitsu, Aikido and Karate. It's their variety and the way these elements are bound together that make Ninjutsu unique.



Some of the main techniques used in Ninjutsu are:
* Locks & controls
* Falling & rolling
* Throws
* Strangulation
* Punches, kicks & blocks
* Full contact grappling
* Striking vital points
* Escapes & counter techniques



Ninjutsu is non-competitive and can be enjoyed by people of a wide range of ages and capabilities, and of both genders.



No prior experience required.