Business Details
34 Years
experience
Premier Martial Arts Training in Marcellus, NY
At Senshi Martial Arts Academy, we empower individuals through authentic martial arts training rooted in 40+ years of combined expertise. Our curriculum integrates traditional disciplines like Ninjutsu, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, and Muay Thai with modern self-defense techniques, emphasizing physical and mental conditioning for all ages. Founded by Sensei Kenneth Tyminski, a World Martial Arts Hall of Fame inductee and master of multiple martial arts, we prioritize personalized instruction and a family-oriented environment.Our team includes certified professionals like NASM-certified trainer Lisa Bardou, who blend fitness and self-defense in innovative programs such as Senshi Short Circuit. With a focus on safety, practicality, and community, we offer outdoor training, private lessons, and corporate workshops tailored to diverse needs.
Services
Ninjutsu Training
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Muay Thai Kickboxing
Self-Defense Classes
Private Lessons
Fitness Programs
Corporate Workshops
Outdoor Training
Kids Martial Arts
Certified Personal Training
Details
- Year established: 1992
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of combined martial arts expertise from certified instructors.
- Our curriculum integrates traditional Ninjutsu with modern self-defense techniques.
- We provide personalized training programs tailored to individual fitness goals.
- Our family-oriented environment fosters mutual support and growth.
- We hold certifications from respected institutions like NASM and World Martial Arts Hall of Fame.
Associations and certifications
- World Martial Arts Hall of Fame
- National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM)
Services
Ninjutsu Training
Our Ninjutsu program teaches authentic self-defense techniques rooted in centuries-old Japanese traditions. Students learn practical combat skills, weapon handling, and mental discipline through structured classes led by a 5th-degree black belt. This art emphasizes real-world applications for personal safety and physical conditioning.
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
This ground-fighting system develops close-quarters combat proficiency and submission techniques. Pioneered in Upstate NY by our chief instructor, classes focus on leverage-based moves for effective self-defense regardless of size or strength. Training includes sparring sessions and positional drills to build practical skills.
Muay Thai Kickboxing
Our Muay Thai classes teach the 'art of eight limbs' using punches, kicks, elbows, and knee strikes. Students train with a former Japanese Light Heavyweight Champion protg, learning both competitive techniques and street-applicable self-defense strategies. Classes emphasize cardiovascular fitness and striking precision.
Senshi Short Circuit
This hybrid program combines martial arts conditioning with metabolic workouts designed by a NASM-certified trainer. Participants rotate through timed stations using punching bags, grappling dummies, and balance equipment for a full-body workout. No-contact format focuses on self-defense movements without physical sparring.
Private Lessons
Personalized instruction sessions with our chief instructor cover advanced techniques from multiple martial arts disciplines. Tailored lessons accommodate individual learning paces and specific self-defense goals. Research shows students combining private and group classes learn 2.5 times faster than group-only participants.
People
Kenneth J. Tyminski
Chief Instructor & Founder
5th-degree Ninjutsu black belt with 40+ years of martial arts expertise. Inducted into the World Martial Arts Hall of Fame in 1992. Holds multiple black belts in Judo, Kung Fu, and Aiki-jujutsu. Developed the Senshi Combative Systems curriculum.
Lisa Bardou
Assistant Instructor
8-year Senshi Martial Arts practitioner and NASM-certified personal trainer. Specializes in corrective exercise and group fitness. Created the Senshi Short Circuit program combining martial arts with metabolic conditioning for all fitness levels.
Doug Miller
Assistant Instructor
Former black belt instructor with traditional martial arts expertise. Known for making classes challenging yet enjoyable. Passed away unexpectedly but remains honored as part of the dojo's legacy.
Questions
What martial arts styles do you teach?
We offer Ninjutsu, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai, Judo, and Shaolin Kempo. Our curriculum combines traditional techniques with modern self-defense applications.
Are classes available for children?
Yes! Our Lightning Ninjas program teaches kids aged 5-12 martial arts fundamentals, self-defense, and teamwork through structured, age-appropriate training sessions.
Do you offer private instruction?
Private lessons are available with Chief Instructor Kenneth Tyminski. Sessions focus on personalized technique development and advanced martial arts training.
What fitness programs do you provide?
Senshi Short Circuit combines martial arts conditioning with metabolic workouts. Our NASM-certified trainer designs individualized fitness plans integrating self-defense techniques.
Can businesses schedule self-defense workshops?
We offer corporate seminars teaching workplace safety and basic self-defense techniques. Programs are customized for employee groups and include situational awareness training.
Do you provide online training options?
Yes, our instructional video library offers monthly subscriptions for at-home training. Videos feature Chief Instructor Tyminski demonstrating techniques from our full curriculum.
