There are some questions that are common and many ask, here you will find the answer.
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"I have always been fascinated by martial arts and the physical and mental strength that the athlete shows. That's why I decided to try it myself a few years ago. I enrolled at a local martial arts school, but unfortunately, after only a few months, I started to feel more and more frustrated and eventually quit altogether.
It wasn't because I didn't enjoy the martial art or the training, but rather because of all the details that went into it. Firstly, there was the equipment needed to participate in the training sessions. I had to buy as special clothing and protective equipment was expensive and not always of good quality. It was also an expensive membership. I felt that I had to constantly spend more money to be able to continue attending the training sessions.
Another challenge was the intense physical training. I had never been in particularly good shape, and although I knew martial arts would be demanding, it was much harder than I had expected".
So what is Dyneja?
Dyneja is a unique and exciting form of training that has become increasingly popular in recent years. This form of martial arts combines elements from traditional fighting techniques and modern martial arts styles, and provides a holistic and challenging training for both body and mind. We are very careful about discipline, so you will probably recognize something from other combat sports. But the Vikings' strategy was "no strategy"... and we have adopted this and we are not petty about the techniques. Everyone has to find "their style" because this is a "battle against yourself to become your own better self" - not a battle against other athletes.
Dyneja is a form of training that is suitable for everyone regardless of age and physical condition. There are different levels and adaptations of exercises that enable everyone to participate and challenge themselves at their own level.
Dyneja can also be a good way to deal with stress and release tension. In a busy everyday life, getting an outlet for aggression and energy through exercise can be very beneficial for providing good balance and mental health.
If there are several of you in the same family who want to become members, we offer discounts, use the contact form to get a quote.
Payment is made on a secure site and you pay for each level, i.e. you pay for 3 months at once.
Easy to join, and it is just as easy to get out.
If you do not pay... - it is a message to Dyneja that you no longer want to be a member - - and we delete you from our membership lists.
Easy to join, and easy to get out.
Modern technology continues to evolve at a remarkable rate. In fact, the tools and resources needed to properly teach martial arts online have only been available for a few short years.
The time has finally come in which we can bring you quality online lessons that are equal to, and even perhaps superior to in some ways, the traditional ways of training.
All instructors and affiliated schools support your rating and certification. Rankings are earned, not given.
We maintain the same (if not higher) standards for our online home study students. After the Corona pandemic we all learned a lot - and today almost all styles of martial arts have online training, this works.
No Experience Necessary: Perfect for people who don't want to screw around taking formal self defense classes... don't want to practice advanced gymnastic exercises and go down the split,
flips & high kicks - etc.
All that matters is that you're open to new experiences that can change your whole life.
The video lessons are based on your current skill level - that means you will learn everything from the basics.
You decide the pace yourself, we don't push you forward or force you to upgrade - - YOU decide.
One of the best features of Dyneja is that it's suitable for everyone regardless of fitness level, you can train at your own pace to ensure you work as hard as you can in a safe environment.
Yes, and our black level is called "Jarl". We can take the exam for Jarl in many ways: You can show up at a club for a regular test, you can make an appointment with us and we will look at you directly online (zoom) - and you can make an appointment with a Jarl PT to meet you in person.
If you want to become a Dyneja Jarl, we will make it happen
How long do I have to practice before I get the Jarl level?
It's very much up to you, if you train hard you will be able to get the black belt in 2-3 years. If you train two days a week (which is normal) and follow most of our weekly live online training sessions, you will spend a little over 3 years.
It's €30 per degree to test (you pay as you go) and then €100 to test for your Jarl level.
If you fail the test, you can retest within one month - at no extra cost.
We have members in all age groups from 12 to 65 today. We admit young people from the age of 12 if they train with their parents or under supervision of their parents.
Dyneja arts are for everyone. Regardless of your age, our classes are designed to accommodate different skill levels, making it possible for anyone to start their dyneja arts journey with us. We welcome students of all ages to join our classes and discover the benefits of viking arts training.
It is important that you begin the path for yourself. You will be able to become healthier, stronger and perhaps more confident. This change will also be noticed by the people in your life. Don't be put off by what other people think about it. And just so that is said, you can find online training for all types of martial arts today. The Internet is here to stay... (believe it or not...) and those who talk this down may not have understood that the Internet is a wonderful medium - medical procedures are carried out online these days... - and Dyneja aren't that complicated...
However, at black level (Jarl) you have to buy real (with blunt edges) weapons. A "beard axe" like we use costs around €50 - 80, a sword from €70 and up.
AND: You have to buy a throwing axe when you go up to blue belt, these cost from €7 - 30.
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How do I cancel my subscription?
Very simple - if you don't pay, you will be removed from our membership lists. You will not receive any reminders, and you will lose access to the membership pages. If you want to start again later, just send us a message. We don't make this difficult.
But pretty quickly, after two weeks, you will need a training sword. This is a wooden sword that you can buy from us, but you can also learn to make one yourself if you want to.
We show you how to build your own sword on our membership pages.
And, on our member pages there are several links where you can buy these.
There are seminars and also competitions several times a year. Some of the competition takes place live online (you can participate online). We have an annual summer camp in Scandinavia where all members are invited (voluntary attendance), and we also have special seminars for instructors and the most eager members.
If you wish to become a trainer (Jarl PT), we have a special program for this.
Before you level up you must have a Viking tunica (about 13€) and our logo on the tunic (5€) - and a T-shirt in the color that represents your level.
The Northmen valued colors, so you are free to choose the color of your trousers.
Jarl level and all instructors can pick their own top.
At Dyneja, we provide a brown leather belt with a ring at the end (Black belt for Jarl level). From green level you must use an OBI or similar to attach the sword to the belt.
There are links on the member pages to buy what you need.
All our videos have been translated into English.
If you look at the Viking combat sports on offer, you will see that many start with weapons and shields and practice against other students straight away. It is dangerous and injuries quickly occur. This is not the way to learn in Dyneja ...
For safety reasons, beginners in Dyneja are not permitted to engage in sparring with weapons. However, our training sessions help participants develop their skills and prepare for the challenges of combat, creating a realistic and immersive experience.
We believe that true strength lies not only in physical power, but also in knowledge and self-confidence. Before engaging in combat, it is essential to master all techniques and trust in your abilities. Join us on a journey of learning and empowerment.
Regardless of whether it is a sword or an axe, mastering the art of Viking weaponry is a complex endeavor that demands dedicated practice and meticulous attention to detail. Only through diligent practice you truly can learn the techniques and tactics essential for combat with a sword and an axe. The more you practice, the better you get. We believe that practice makes perfect. It only might take three months before you can graduate the first time, but it will take many years to truly master the art of Dyneja.
In the Western world, many of us don't think of Europe when we think of martial arts. You might think of TaeKwonDo, Karate or Kung Fu, which is not wrong.
While many may associate martial arts with Eastern traditions, it is important to note that martial arts also include fighting styles from medieval and Renaissance Europe. European martial artists were skilled warriors who fought with a wide range of weapons, from battle axes to their own bare hands.
These extinct martial arts are being revived through the study of old fighting traditions and practices from Europe. This is HEMA - Historic European Martial Arts. The focus of HEMA is on the period from approx. 1300 to 1800.
The colored belt system (which we also use in DYNEJA) did not come until 1935 with judo in Paris. The Asians felt that the Western students would show greater progress if they had visible evidence of their progress. This system involved white, yellow, orange, green, blue, and brown belt. The colored belt system is therefore "new" in all combat sports, and hardly something the Norwegians used. But we know that in the post-Viking period the Norse used rank systems, and that is where we at DYNEJA have taken the inspiration for our degrees.
At DYNEJA, we are passionate about martial arts and its rich history. The most of our instuktors have a background in Asian martial arts.
As martial arts enthusiasts, we explore various disciplines. While many training methods from different cultures have been documented over the years, the Vikings' training techniques remain a mystery as there are no existing records. However, we strive to honor their legacy by embodying their warrior spirit and incorporating elements of their fierce fighting style (as we think it was) into our training.
At DYNEJA, we believe in the authentic teachings of martial arts. We are here to provide you with our knowledge and training that we respects the traditional roots of martial arts.
If someone claims to offer you to learn "real Viking fighting," it's important to be skeptical - it's probably not true…(The exception might be Glima. Glima originates from the Viking Age and was the national sport of Iceland from the late 1800s. Glima fighting systems have been used by the Islandic population according Jónsbók (law book) from 1325 – but also here written aprox. 300 years after the Viking Age...)
In short, Dyneja is a modern training system that suits everyone and where you can train at home in your own room / outside. The aim has never been (nor is it possible) to make it historically correct, but we use the same weapons as they did in the Viking age.
