Budocentral martial Arts
ABOUT our Club
Budocentral Martial Arts has specialized in martial arts training since the 1990's and has one of the most innovative programs in HRM.
Located in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Budocentral Martial Arts is your gateway to dynamic and inspiring martial arts training. As a community-driven organization led by passionate volunteers, we are dedicated to empowering individuals through Kyushu-Ryu Ju-Jitsu and Karate-do Shotokai.
Unlike commercial schools, we focus on non-tournament styles that prioritize personal growth, fitness, and self-confidence. Our programs are designed to be inclusive and transformative, offering something for everyone, from beginners to those seeking practical self-defense skills and fitness.
Highlights include our specialized youth classes focusing on anti-bullying and building self-esteem and self-confidence through the martial arts. Our exciting adult classes provide life-changing tools to help participants feel safer, stronger, and more empowered in their daily lives.
At Budocentral, it’s not just about martial arts—it’s about building resilience, fostering community, and unlocking your potential.
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Benefits of particpating
in a non-tournament
Martial Arts Program
Focus on Personal Growth
Practical Self-Defense Skills
Assertiveness training
Inclusive Environment
Enhanced Fitness and Health
Build Self-Confidence
Stress Relief
Respect and Discipline
Improved Coordination and Balance
Community and Camaraderie
Lifelong Learning
Life Skills Development
Budocentral Martial Arts
our programs
A Dynamic Path to Real-World Self-Defense
Discover the power and precision of Kyushu-Ryu Ju-Jitsu, a traditional Japanese martial art that emphasizes real-world effectiveness over competition. Energetic and dynamic, this street-oriented style focuses on mastering technical perfection and practical self-defense skills. Unlike tournament-based martial arts, Kyushu-Ryu Ju-Jitsu is rooted in realism, empowering you with the confidence and capability to navigate life's challenges with strength and grace.
Martial Arts for Mind and Body
Karate-do Shotokai is a non-competitive form of karate practiced in Dartmouth–Halifax, Nova Scotia. With a focus on mental and physical growth, its flowing, energetic movements emphasize harmony and relaxation over brute strength.
Accessible to all ages and fitness levels, Shotokai offers benefits like improved balance, fitness, coordination, concentration, and self-discipline. Experience a martial art that prioritizes personal development—visit one of our clubs and see how Shotokai can be the right fit for you..
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Methods of payment:
Cash or cheque in class
E-Transfer to budo@budocentral.com
Credit Card through the E-Store
Practice / FAQ
Not at all. You’ll find that our classes for beginners are the perfect way to build up your overall fitness level regardless of your physical condition. Good luck!
Absolutely… feel free to drop by and watcha class whether its for youth or adult.
Attitude is everything! If you feel your too old to dance than you won’t. We have had students from all walks of life, with disabilities that you would think would prevent anyone from a joining a martial art, but they do. You are responsible for your own limitations…. if you think you can’t, you probably can’t! Students work at their own level with their own progress. If you have medical issues please consult a physician first and let us know of any limitations.
Budocentral programs are a non-tournament martial arts where the focus is on perfection of technique not tournament accolades or aggression. Like any sporting activity there are always risks of injury, however injury is less likely in a non-aggressive system like this. You will definitely have stiff and sore muscles from the workouts, this is expected with any sort of fitness program.