Tai Kai Core Event Team

A 15-person team of multiple Bujinkan instructors, law enforcement, public safety, and volunteers from across the Midwest are collaborating together as the Core Event Team to plan for a successful Tai Kai. Many of the team worked together during Nagato Sensei’s 2021 Tai Kai in Dayton, and have also trained with him in Japan. The team is meeting regularly and managing a number of professional service organizations with large event experience to oversee certain logistical and operational activities during the event. The team's aspiration is for all participants to have an enjoyable experience during Nagato Sensei's Tai Kai in Dayton.

Core Event Team: (Left to Right) Pam, Mike, Mike, Dustin, Jess, Bob, Marty, Charles, Chris, Andy, and Jeff.
Not shown: Tim, Steve, Craig and David.

Event Partners

Dayton Bujinkan Dojo

The Dayton Bujinkan is the host and primary sponsor of the event. It has hosted more than 160 events since 1997.

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Fairfield Bujinkan Dojo

Based near Columbus, Ohio and led by Andy Russell and Dustin Mowery, the Fairfield Bujinkan Dojo specializes in Tactical Resources training.

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Central Ohio Bujinkan Dojo

Led by Tim Halbakken, COBD offers Bujinkan Budo Taijutsu in the Columbus, Ohio area.

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Charlotte Bujinkan Dojo

Led by Craig Olson, the Charlotte Bujinkan Dojo is based in Charlotte, North Carolina.

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OSS International

OSS International is a professional security services firm specializing in executive protection, private investigations, and risk assessments.

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Sierra Training Group

Sierra Training Group offers civilian and law enforcement tactical and firearms training.

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Dojo Art

Led by Steve Olsen in Japan, Dojo Art offers high-quality Bujinkan art books and prints representing Masaaki Hatsumi Soke’s calligraphy and artistic inspirations.

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Knack Video & Photos

Knack Video + Photo is a woman-owned, full-service photo and video production company based in southwestern Ohio.

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