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Mountainside Martial Arts
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We provide quality instruction that meets the high standards of traditional martial art of Wado-Ryu
A traditional Martial Arts School serving the Ahwatukee-Foothills since 1979. The Japanese art of Wado -Ryu is the style that is taught at our facility. The school’s philosophy is to encourage our students to become better citizens. Strong emphasis is placed on motor skill development, self discipline, focus, balance, and self-esteem. We offer exceptional, affordable, traditional, private martial arts education. Please come by and fee free to experience our 5,000 square foot facility.
Putting in the hard work
02/07/2026
February First Friday!
12/25/2025
🎄 Happy Holidays from all of us at Mountainside Martial Arts 🎄
We wish you and your families a very Merry Christmas and a safe, joy-filled holiday season. Thank you for being part of our dojo family and for the dedication, respect, and heart you bring onto the mat every day.
As we reflect on this year with gratitude, we’re excited and ready for all that the new year has in store. Here’s to continued growth, discipline, and strength—together.
From our family to yours, Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! 🥋✨
11/04/2025
✨ New Beginnings at Mountainside Martial Arts ✨
We’re beyond excited to share that our first official classes at the new dojo are underway! 🥋 After our open house on October 30th, we’ve had an incredible turnout — and our hearts are full of gratitude.
To every family, student, and community member who showed up, offered encouragement, or spread the word — thank you. Your support reminds us why this dojo is so much more than a training space. It’s a community built on discipline, dedication, and growth — one kick, one kata, one student at a time.
If you’ve been thinking about joining, now’s the perfect time! 💥 You can visit our website to view our current class schedules, membership options, and all upcoming events.
📲 Have questions? Send us a DM or stop by our new location — we’d love to welcome you into the Mountainside family.
10/31/2025
🥋 What a night!
Our open house was nothing short of amazing — thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate our new chapter!
The temporary dojo is buzzing with life, the kids are already feeling at home, and our major expansion is officially underway.
We’re beyond grateful for the outpouring of love and support from our Mountainside family. The next 60 days will bring incredible growth — and we can’t wait to share it with all of you! 🙌
Tell us what you think about the new dojo in the comments ⚡️
10/28/2025
One chapter closes… and another begins.
For decades, these walls have witnessed the heartbeat of a community — Sensei Rick’s vision, discipline, and unwavering belief in what true martial arts represents. Every bow, every belt earned, every lesson taught within these four walls has built a foundation stronger than any structure could hold.
Today, those very pillars — both in wood and in wisdom — are being carried to their new home. And with them, the legacy continues. Sensei Damien now steps forward, not to replace, but to build upon the legacy that came before him. The baton is passed not in farewell, but in trust — trust that the same spirit, respect, and tradition will rise again in a new space.
The dojo may look different, but its soul remains unchanged. Because the heart of Mountainside Martial Arts has never been the building — it’s the people, the discipline, and the family we’ve built together.
Here’s to honoring where we’ve been, and embracing all that lies ahead.
👊🏼 The legacy continues.
🕊️ One chapter ends — a new dojo, a new dawn, the same spirit.
10/17/2025
Who We Are — The Mountainside Way
Respect 🥋 Focus 🧘♂️ Family 🤝 Growth 🌱
Join our dojo family — enroll today.
10/15/2025
🥋 Parent Testimonial – Why We Choose Mountainside Martial Arts
Our family continues to choose Mountainside Martial Arts because the very foundation and principles this dojo stands on mirror the ones we build our family upon — discipline, dedication, and devotion.
This isn’t just a sport or an extracurricular; it’s a lifestyle that cultivates responsibility, respect, and resilience both on the mat and at home. The balance between individual growth and family involvement is unlike anything else — it’s truly a community built on purpose and principle.
What makes Mountainside even more special are the world-class athletes, mentors, and leaders who pour into these students. Watching our children evolve — from their first belt to stepping into leadership roles — fills us with pride. We know they are not only learning martial arts; they’re learning how to live with integrity, confidence, and compassion.
We’re grateful to be part of something so rooted in tradition and heart. Mountainside Martial Arts doesn’t just teach karate — it shapes character.
10/13/2025
Change is coming — but our spirit stays the same.
Under new leadership, the same heart remains. Sensei Damien continues our tradition — strong, focused, united.
Enroll before Oct 24 and be part of our legacy.
10/05/2025
🥋 What an incredible night!
A huge thank you to everyone who stopped by our booth at First Fridays with Ahwatukee 411 at Mountain Park Church! We had an amazing time connecting with families, playing games, sharing laughs, and showing what Mountainside Martial Arts is all about — discipline, community, and heart.
We’re so grateful to be part of such a supportive and energetic community. Every smile, every high-five, and every conversation reminded us why we do what we do. 💪
Special thanks to and Mountain Park Church for hosting such a great event. We can’t wait for the next one!
👊 Until then — keep training, keep growing, and keep showing up with that Mountainside spirit!
DM us for any inquiries or questions
10/02/2025
✨ A New Chapter for Mountainside Martial Arts ✨
After 46 years of leadership, Sensei Rick is stepping down as Head Instructor to continue supporting Wado-Ryu USA on a national and international stage, while also dedicating more time to his wife, Mary. His vision and heart have shaped this dojo and generations of students, and his legacy will continue to guide us.
We are honored to share that Sensei Damien will now step into the role of Head Instructor. With gratitude, respect, and commitment, he looks forward to carrying on this tradition — strengthening our skills, our spirit, and our community for years to come.
Please join us Friday, October 24th after the belt ceremony, when Sensei Rick will share his farewell message with our dojo family.
Domo arigato gozimasu 🙏❤️
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3173 E Chandler Boulevard
Phoenix, AZ
85048
Opening Hours
| Monday | 1pm - 8pm |
| Tuesday | 1pm - 8pm |
| Wednesday | 1pm - 8pm |
| Thursday | 1pm - 8pm |
| Friday | 1pm - 8pm |
| Saturday | 9am - 1pm |