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Monday 5:45pm - 8:30pm Tuesday 5:45pm - 8pm Wednesday 5:45pm - 8:30pm Thursday 5:45pm - 8pm

The Martial Arts Center

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The Martial Arts Center is Niagara's premier school for Traditional Okinawan Goju Ryu Karate.

09/30/2026

Wearing orange in the dojo today. Karate teaches us respect, discipline, and facing hard truths. These values extend far beyond training. Today, we pause to honor the survivors, remember the children who never made it home, and reflect on our role in reconciliation.

09/17/2026

For over 30 years, The Martial Arts Center has proudly served Niagara Falls, helping students of all ages develop confidence, discipline, and lifelong skills through traditional Okinawan Goju-Ryu Karate & Okinawan Kobudo.

For many years, our dojo has been awarded the Reader’s Choice Award as the #1 Martial Arts school in the city. Voting is currently open for 2026 and ends September 25th. If our dojo has made a difference in your life, we’d appreciate your vote!

Vote at:
https://best-businesses.thereaderschoice.ca/o/niagara-falls/readers-choice-2026-voting/sports-recreation-and-fitness/best-martial-arts

Thank you!

09/07/2026

Wishing all our friends and family a Happy Labour Day! Best of luck to all our students heading back to school or beginning a new chapter in high school and post-secondary. Classes resume tomorrow.

Dojo Schedule:
Monday
Labour Day - NO CLASSES.

Tuesday & Thursday
Kids Karate - 6:00pm to 6:50pm
Teens Karate - 7:00pm to 7:50pm

Wednesday
Adult Karate - 6:00pm to 7:15pm
Kobudo - 7:30pm to 8:30pm

If you or someone you know is interested in trying a free class in Karate or Kobudo, feel free to send us a message on Facebook, text us, or give us a call (905) 374-1010.

We’d love to hear from you!

See you in class.
David 🤓🥋

09/04/2026

Don't forget the dojo will be closed on Labour Day. Classes resume Tuesday September 8th. Hope everyone enjoys their long weekend.

08/26/2026

Training doesn’t stop, no matter the season. Martial arts is for everyone, no matter your background or experience. Feel free to join us anytime.

Our Karate and Kobudo classes are high-energy, fun, and open to everyone—no experience needed!
If you’re interested but unsure, we’d love to hear from you! Message us on Facebook, text us, or call us at (905) 374-1010 to schedule a free class.

We’d love to hear from you!

08/10/2026

REMINDER: Our summer break is next week. Classes will resume on Monday August 24th.

08/05/2026

At The Martial Arts Center, our Kobudo program offers the opportunity to learn traditional Okinawan weaponry. We're fortunate to bring this amazing art to the Niagara.

Since joining the OKDR, we’ve had the privilege of learning from skilled teachers and even had the opportunity to train in Okinawa, Japan. The last photo features our Chief Instructor, Sensei Joey Jackson, practicing Kobudo at the Okinawa Prefectural Budokan in Okinawa.

Through training, you’ll not only build skills in this martial art but also explore its rich history and cultural significance.

If you’re interested but unsure, we’d love to hear from you! Message us on Facebook, text, or call us at (905) 374-1010 to schedule a free class.

08/03/2026

We had a great July. Sensei Mike and Sensei Laura Swywk were in the dojo for a weekend seminar. Thank you for travelling to Niagara.

In August, we have our summer break coming up and the OKDR Gasshuku. Please talk to Sensei about registration.

Schedule for August:
Dojo Closed: August 3
Summer Break: August 17 - 21
OKDR Gasshuku: August 21 - 23

Monday & Wednesday
Adult Karate - 6:00pm to 7:15pm
Kobudo - 7:30pm to 8:30pm

Tuesday & Thursday
Kids Karate - 6:00pm to 6:50pm
Teens Karate - 7:00pm to 7:50pm

If you or someone you know is interested in trying a free class in Karate or Kobudo, feel free to send us a message on Facebook, text us, or give us a call (905) 374-1010.

We’d love to hear from you!

See you in class.
David 🤓🥋

07/13/2026

Happy July!

There's still time to register for the Niagara Shochu-geiko—it's happening this weekend! Don't miss out an unforgettable weekend of training. Call, text, or email us for more information.

To register, visit: https://niagaramartialarts.redpodium.com/july2026

Schedule for July:
Niagara Shochu-geiko: July 18th
Summer Break: August 17 - 21
OKDR Gasshuku: August 21 - 23

Monday & Wednesday
Adult Karate - 6:00pm to 7:15pm
Kobudo - 7:30pm to 8:30pm

Tuesday & Thursday
Kids Karate - 6:00pm to 6:50pm
Teens Karate - 7:00pm to 7:50pm

If you or someone you know is interested in trying a free class in Karate or Kobudo, feel free to send us a message on Facebook, text us, or give us a call (905) 374-1010.

We’d love to hear from you!

See you in class.
David 🤓🥋

07/01/2026

Happy Canada Day to our students, friends and families.
No classes scheduled tonight.

Address

5064 Victoria Avenue
Niagara Falls, ON
L2E4E1

Opening Hours

Monday	5:45pm - 8:30pm
Tuesday	5:45pm - 8pm
Wednesday	5:45pm - 8:30pm
Thursday	5:45pm - 8pm

Telephone

+19053741010

Website

https://niagaramartialarts.com/

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