Dojo Locator
Click on the map or choose from the drop down menu to find your nearest Dojo.
Once you have found a dojo near you you can contact the instructor for further details.
Before commencing training it is courteous to arrive early for class and to formally introduce yourself to the instructor. You will then fill out a form that includes your details and martial arts experience (if any). You then participate in all the activities and training of the class. You must take part in training and it is not permitted to simply watch a class in progress.
Classes are taught in the traditional Japanese manner, training is strict but also relaxed and enjoyable with great emphasis placed on manners and ettiquette. Persons of all levels of fitness can participate and there is no upper age limit.
A minimum age of fifteen is set for the adult classes and anyone under this age can join the childrens classes that are run in many areas. If there are no childrens classes being run at your nearest dojo an exception to the age limit may be made at the discretion of the instructor. Currently two dojos hold childrens classes, one in Navan and one in Drogheda.
Initially no specific clothing or equipment is required and it is recommended that loose comfortable clothing be worn, tracksuit bottoms and t-shirt with clean socks are ideal and a small towel will also be useful..
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