Business Details
31 Years
experience
Your Trusted Martial Arts Dojo for All Ages
Founded over three decades ago, Way Of The Dragon Martial Art is a traditional dojo dedicated to cultivating self-discipline, confidence, and physical mastery through authentic martial arts training. Our curriculum, certified by the Ministry of Education in Japan, integrates Shorin Ryu, Goju Ryu, and Kobu-Do systems, emphasizing holistic development of mind, body, and spirit. With a focus on personalized growth, we offer family-oriented classes for all ages, from juniors to adults, fostering essential life skills such as conflict resolution, teamwork, and self-defense.Our instructors, including award-winning Shihan Dan Sidlik, bring decades of expertise and a commitment to preserving martial arts heritage while adapting techniques for modern practicality. We prioritize a stress-free, inclusive environment where students build resilience, respect, and lifelong confidence.
Services
Martial Arts Classes
Self-Defense Training
Kobu-Do Weaponry
Belt Progression Programs
Family-Oriented Instruction
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We offer a structured curriculum with certified instructors trained in Japan.
- Our programs emphasize practical self-defense and lifelong character development.
- Family-oriented classes cater to all ages and skill levels.
- We integrate mind, body, and spirit through traditional martial arts principles.
- Instructors have over 30 years of combined experience in multiple disciplines.
Associations and certifications
- Ministry of Education in Japan
Services
Martial Arts Classes
Structured martial arts programs for all ages, focusing on Shorin Ryu, Goju Ryu, and Kobu-Do systems. Classes build physical strength, coordination, and mental discipline through traditional techniques. Students progress via a belt-ranking system, fostering confidence and goal-setting skills.
Self-Defense Training
Practical self-defense instruction emphasizing awareness, conflict resolution, and physical techniques. Training prepares students to handle real-world scenarios with confidence while adhering to ethical principles of restraint and respect.
Kobu-Do Weaponry
Ancient Okinawan weapon arts, including bo staff, sai, and nunchaku. Kobu-Do enhances coordination, balance, and focus through kata forms and traditional drills, preserving cultural heritage while developing technical proficiency.
Belt Progression Programs
A systematic belt-ranking system that rewards skill mastery and perseverance. Each level builds on foundational techniques, promoting discipline, patience, and measurable personal growth in a supportive environment.
Family-Oriented Instruction
Age-specific classes for juniors (7-12) and adults, ensuring tailored instruction. Family participation encourages shared growth, teamwork, and intergenerational bonding through martial arts principles.
People
Shihan Dan Sidlik
Founder & Chief Instructor
With over 30 years of practice, Shihan Dan Sidlik holds black belts in Uechi-Ryu, Goju-Ryu, Shorin-Ryu, and Kobujustsu. Inducted into the Black Belt Hall of Fame, he brings decades of expertise and award-winning instruction to the dojo.
Questions
What martial arts styles do you teach?
We teach Shorin Ryu, Goju Ryu, and Kobu-Do, with certified instruction rooted in traditional Japanese and Okinawan techniques.
Are classes suitable for children?
Yes! Our junior programs (ages 7-12) focus on confidence, discipline, and safe skill development tailored to young learners.
Do you offer self-defense training?
Yes, practical self-defense techniques are integrated into all programs, emphasizing awareness and ethical conflict resolution.
How does belt progression work?
Students advance through a structured ranking system, earning belts via skill mastery and consistent participation in a supportive environment.
Can families train together?
Yes, our family-oriented classes allow multiple generations to learn together, fostering teamwork and shared growth.
Are weapons part of the curriculum?
Yes, Kobu-Do weapon training includes bo staff, sai, and nunchaku, taught with a focus on precision and cultural heritage.
