Judo - Jujitsu - Karate
Dakota Budokan
The aim of Judo is to perfect oneself by systematic training of the mind and body so that each person works in harmony with themselves and ultimately with all others. - Jigoro Kano, founder of Judo
Click on the pictures below for a deeper dive into each art
Judo
Judo is a martial art and Olympic sport. A grappling art with throws, takedowns, pins and submission holds.
Ju Jitsu
Jiu-jitsu focuses on close-range grappling and leverage to control and submit opponents. The "gentle art" is often compared to a physical game of chess due to its emphasis on strategy and technique over brute strength.
Karate
Karate is an art that uses the arms and legs to deliver strikes and blocks in offensive and defensive movements.
Self Defense Classes!
Our arts are tremendous methods for self defense. Providing ways to overcome larger more powerful attackers thru awareness, skill and physics.
Dakota Budokan hosts self defense workshops throughout the year. We are also available to schedule small group or TEAM building workshops. Contact us for our schedule or to schedule a workshop for your own group!
Hear what Shintaro Higashi - 5x National Judo Champion, international medalist and Olympic Qualifier had to say after his visit to Dakota Budokan
