Many self-defense and martial arts systems feature defined choreography. Real life is not scripted, however, and our bodies often long to move more freely. In this class, we’ll experiment with a variety of Zujitsu-Ryu training exercises, devised by Soke Chaka Zulu. These activities foster individual creativity, a broad movement vocabulary, and the ability to adapt to self-defense situations. Through individual and partner practice, we’ll slow down, tune in, and use our sensitivity to guide us to more fluidity and responsiveness. Connecting to our creativity can be a source of joy, efficacy, and endless movement possibilities.