The dojo journal

BeginnersOct 6, 20261 min read

Nervous about stepping onto the mat? Here is exactly what happens in a free trial class, from the bow-in to...

GradingsSep 22, 20261 min read

Stripes, gradings and feedback: a simple guide to our belt system for students and parents.

TrainingSep 8, 20261 min read

Striking or grappling, kata or rolling? We compare the two most popular adult programs at the dojo.

KidsAug 25, 20261 min read

Focus, resilience and the courage to speak up: what parents notice after a few months on the mat.