IN-PERSON CLASSES

Unryu Dojo has resumed in-person classes with certain restrictions, including appropriate health and safety protocols. At in-person classes, member-students can learn the full range of Genbukan martial arts. Three types of martial arts classes are routinely offered:
  1. Core Training classes focus on the foundational unarmed, sword, and staff (gendai) systems.
  2. Supplemental Training classes allow students to explore the gendai systems, along with their koryu sources, in greater depth.
  3. Special Training classes, invitation only events, provide high-level instruction on training and self-defense topics.
In addition to formal martial arts, we offer instruction in practical or "street" self-defense. The Art of Self Defense (AOSD) is not a martial art but a practical self-defense system that teaches: (1) how to avoid an assault through a prevention strategy; and (2), how to escape an assault using simple yet effective self-defense techniques. The system treats a wide range of potentially vulnerable/dangerous situations, including those occurring at home and school or work as well as while traveling. Self-defense techniques address a wide range of unarmed and armed assaults. Also, students learn how to use practical hand tools—stick, pen, keychain fob, etc.—which can enhance the efficacy of any self-defense technique.
All in-person classes are by appointment only. Visit the online Dojo Store to register for a class. While we do not have space for "spectators," inquirers (visitors) are welcome to participate in a free sample class; no prior martial arts experience is necessary.
All students, members and non-members alike, are expected to observe the dojo rules (Dojo Kun).
LOCATION
Unryu Dojo is located in south-eastern Pennsylvania, a short distance from:
  • the "Main Line" (U.S. Highway 30), about 15 mi. to the north;
  • Philadelphia (PA) and Camden (NJ), about 15 mi. to the north-east;
  • Wilmington (DE) and Newark (DE), about 5 mi. to the south-east; and,
  • Baltimore (MD), about 20 mi. to the south-west.
CONTACT US
If you are sincere in your desire to learn traditional Japanese martial arts and willing to commit to regular training, we invite you to contact us.