Traditional Japanese Martial Arts Training in Plymouth, Michigan

Our training is rooted in classical Japanese tradition, emphasizing discipline, self-defense, personal development, and respect within a formal dojo environment.

We provide serious martial arts instruction—not commercialized programs or fitness trends— preserving the depth, structure, and integrity of traditional Japanese martial arts.

Traditional Martial Arts Training with Decades of Experience

At JMAA, students train under senior instructors with over 60 years of combined martial arts experience. Our dojo emphasizes proper technique, etiquette, and steady progress through small class sizes and personal instruction.

Whether you are new to martial arts or returning to traditional training after time away, Japanese Martial Arts Academy offers a structured path for long-term growth in skill, character, and confidence.

Martial Arts Programs at Japanese Martial Arts Academy

Shotokan Karate

Traditional Shotokan Karate training focused on kihon (basics), kata, kumite, and practical self-defense. Programs are available for kids, teens, and adults, including both traditional and competitive pathways.

Judo Classes

Classical Judo instruction emphasizing safe falling (ukemi), throwing, and grappling, with a strong focus on control, efficiency, respect, and physical development.

Aikido

A traditional Japanese martial art centered on non-aggressive self-defense, balance, joint control, and conflict resolution through blending and movement.

Iaido (Japanese Sword Training)

Iaido training develops posture, awareness, focus, and precision through formal Japanese swordsmanship and kata-based practice.

Kobujutsu (Traditional Weapons Training)

Study classical Okinawan weapons such as bo, sai, and nunchaku, preserving traditional methods, history, and proper technique.

Karate Jitsu (Applied Karate Self-Defense)

A traditional, kata-based approach to Karate focusing on close-range self-defense, realistic applications, and practical bunkai.

Why Choose Japanese Martial Arts Academy?

• Traditional Japanese martial arts instruction
• Experienced instructors with decades of teaching
• Small classes and personal attention
• Programs for children, teens, and adults
• Respectful, disciplined dojo environment
• Practical self-defense rooted in tradition

Serving Plymouth and Metro Detroit

Japanese Martial Arts Academy proudly serves students from Plymouth, Canton, Livonia, Westland, Northville, and surrounding Metro Detroit communities.