About Us

Dojo of the Southern Wind

The Dojo of the Southern Wind is an official dojo of Nami ryu Aiki Heiho under James Williams Sensei.

Nami Ryu

Nami ryu Aiki Heiho is based on Japanese sword arts (kenjutsu, iaijutsu, and tantojutsu), the principles of which directly apply to the unarmed martial arts (Aikijujutsu) that were the exclusive martial arts of the samurai.  Later these arts formed the basis of modern arts including Brazilian Jujitsu, Judo and Aikido. 

Our curriculum includes practical Aikijujutsu applications which are subtle and extremely effective. These techniques remain true to their original purpose and principles, which are firmly rooted in a world where edged weapons were the norm. Nami-ryu is well suited for law enforcement, military as well as home and personal self-defense.

Instructors

Brian Williams Sensei

Gregg Garrett