Lakewood Budo Kai

read moreWe offer a quarterly newsletter written by our black belts and students for the enjoyment of our students, those who want to learn more about the martial arts and the general public. In the newsletter it will focus on martial arts history and philosophy, fitness tips, current dojo events, and local events that pertain to the martial arts and Japanese culture. It will also contain for the current martial artist steps and tips on how to improve your techniques.

read moreOur Children's Jujitsu Self-Defense class is specially designed using Danzan Ryu Jujitsu into a simple to learn self-defense class. In the course of learning self-defense techniques, young students gain the benefit of patience, exercise, self control, and discipline; it will also helps to improve their coordination, self esteem, and physical strength. Areas stressed include avoiding confrontations, always striving to improve, learning the discipline to continue and not give up, how to focus, and respect for others.

read moreIn today's world knowing how to defend oneself is of utmost importance for your personal safety. Our Women's Self Defense class has been developed so that every woman can learn simple and effective techniques in order to defend themselves. These proven techniques can be learned by anyone no matter your age, if you are not in top physical condition or well coordinated. All techniques are taught by experienced self defense instructors with help from assistants completely in a non-threatening, non-intimidating and a fun and safe atmosphere.

read moreLearn the art of Japanese Jujitsu used by the Samurai Warriors of Feudal Japan. Our style of Jujitsu is the Danzan Ryu system of Japanese Jujitsu founded and developed by Professor Henry S. Okazaki. Jujitsu is the Japanese martial art of self defense that teaches techniques that are used to neutralize an attacker. Jujitsu having ancient origins going back to the time when the use of weapons was impractical or forbidden; students learn throwing techniques, escapes from holds, joint locks, arm bars, chokes, wrist twists, ground work, and applying holds to control an opponent that can be larger and stronger then themselves.

read moreNo long-term contracts to take classes with us. We are a month to month pay class through the City of Long Beach Parks, Rec, and Marine. So, you only pay for the months you attend class. It is best to start classes on the first Monday or Wednesday of the month to get full advantage of the class. There are two ways to register to take class. First way, and the preferred way, is to preregister online via the City of Long Beach Parks Registration. The second way is to register at the door on your first night.