Japanese Martial Arts Center

read moreIt's very common to wonder about whether martial arts will be good for your child, and maybe if karate or judo will offer your child something he or she won't get in school or while playing with friends. Wouldn't it be helpful for you to stop in and watch a kids martial arts class with your child to make sure the environment is positive and safe? Wouldn't it be helpful if you knew what your child will experience, and that they wouldn't be asked to do anything dangerous or violent, but would get in shape, learn good values, and develop habits to help them succeed at home and in the world?

read moreI've talked to a lot of people who say they've "always wanted to study martial arts, " but they weren't sure how to get started. We get calls from people who are scared they'll get hurt. Sometimes they're nervous because they haven't done it before and they're not sure how it will go. Or maybe they simply don't know how to get started. Won't it be great when you come in and try out martial arts in a step-by-step manner with experts guiding you every step of the way? Won't it be great knowing that you won't be asked to do anything too challenging or dangerous unless you're well prepared for it?

read moreDon't compare our rates with discount or fly-by-night training at the strip mall - this is serious martial arts. Read further for special offers to celebrate our new location! If you really want to train with expert instructors in a safe, inspiring dojo, and have access to expert martial artists who truly care about your success, then JMAC may be your only choice! The Japanese Martial Arts Center is a world class dojo with world class instructors! From their understanding of the principles and techniques of the martial arts studied to their unique ability to instruct the students in a down to earth understandable manner, it really is privilege to have such quality training here in Ann Arbor.

read moreOne of the most important aspects of martial arts training is that it's for everyone. It doesn't matter what gender you are - and it certainly doesn't matter how old you are &. 6th grade science, physical education, and health teacher for Plymouth-Canton Schools, Toni. JMAC instructor Daniel Holland Sensei has quite literally been training in martial arts nearly his entire life. From taking Taekwondo classes at Lansing Community Center as a child to competing in wr. Matthew's been training at JMAC for 7 years, but he's been a part of the JMAC community ever since his parents, who train at JMAC, brought him to the dojo at the age of 2. This amazing 14.

read morePeople who practice budo are members of a special group. They are seekers of truth, people who want something more from life than a paycheck and a nice home. They make unique contributions to their communities and to the world. They seek the true Japanese martial arts experience. Here at JMAC, we make ourselves better through consistent, long-term practice. We like being in shape, we like having a mission of personal improvement, and we like knowing that we have a place where our instructors are also devoted to a lifetime of self-improvement.

read moreA: Find one you love! All the arts at JMAC are easy to start, and great for fitness, confidence and a winning attitude! Choose one that best fits your personality. If you like Samurai movies and want to swing a sword, iaido is your best choice. If you like competition and a great workout, you'll probably prefer judo. Men and women who like to learn effective self-defense in a safe and systematic way usually choose jujutsu. You are welcome to watch a class to help you decide! See our schedule of classes.

read moreWe've worked with a lot of great female martial artists over the years, and many have really seized the chance to master a traditional Japanese martial art. But for many women, concern about going into an unfamiliar dojo can be huge. Many women who joined us started out with these worries or other concerns about taking up martial arts. Our guess is that it would be helpful if you could stop in and watch a class without being pressured, to ensure it's safe and welcoming. Would it also be helpful if you knew that we've had girls as young as six and women as old as sixty-five train successfully at our dojo, and among our ranks are women who achieved not just black belt, but higher levels of black belt?