Good Friday, April 3rd: No Class
Happy Easter from Koyama Dojo! We will be closed this Friday, April 3rd for Good Friday. No class. Enjoy the weekend and we’ll see you on the mat soon!
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Mastering Kihon Waza: How Advanced Ranks Sharpen Your Self-Defense Skills
Mastering self-defense is about refinement, not strength. This week at Koyama Dojo in Livonia, MI, we explored advanced concepts hidden in Nidan, Sandan, and Yondan waza.
Mastering Yoko Dori, Niho Nage & The Art of Shibori!
This week was packed with technical refinement, deep exploration of core principles, and a special return to the mats! Monday: 🥋 We focused on the fine points of Yoko Dori in Shodan, breaking down structure, leverage, and control. Friday: 🔹 Niho Nage principles took center stage! We refined details in both Shodan and Nidan—covering both […]
From Snowy Dedication to Ground Transitions
Another exciting week of training at Koyama Dojo! Here’s what we worked on: ✅ Monday: Advanced Dan class refined Yoko Dori across all dan ranks and even touched on some Shihan-gi!✅ Friday: We welcomed new student Don Manfredi! 🙌 With a background in Aikido and a brown belt in 10th Planet Jujutsu, Don was excited […]
Koyama Dojo Weekly Recap – February 9, 2025
Another Amazing Week of Training at Koyama Dojo! This past week, we focused on refining techniques, sharpening our skills, and welcoming a special guest to the dojo! Monday: 🔹 Small but dedicated class working on Shihan Okuden points and waza. Friday: 🔹 Shodan waza deep dive – breaking down fine details and improving execution. Saturday: […]
Closing Out the First Month of 2025 Strong!
💪 January is in the books, and we’re starting February with momentum! Here’s what went down at Koyama Dojo last week: ✅ Monday: We drilled key fundamentals in basic waza and dabbled in some okuden points. (Tell me you were working on Shihan without telling me you were working on Shihan 😉.)✅ Friday: We welcomed […]
Celebrating Martial Arts Excellence in Livonia: Alex Santoro and Doug Marques Earn New Ranks
At Koyama Dojo, we take pride in recognizing our students’ hard work and dedication. On January 25th, we celebrated the achievements of two exceptional individuals: Both Alex and Doug impressed everyone with their proficiency in waza and henka, embodying the principles of self-discipline and respect that define our dojo. We are grateful for the support […]
Happy New Year 2025 from Koyama Dojo!
As we welcome the New Year, we want to thank all our students, families, and friends for their dedication and support this past year. 2024 was filled with growth, challenges, and victories, and we look forward to an even stronger 2025 together on the mats! 💪 Here’s to setting goals, staying disciplined, and continuing to […]
Merry Christmas!
🎄 Merry Christmas from Koyama Dojo! 🎄Wishing all our students, families, and friends a very Merry Christmas filled with love, laughter, and joy. Whether you’re celebrating with family, friends, or taking time to rest, we hope this season brings you peace and happiness. Thank you for being part of our dojo family. We look forward […]
2024 Holiday Schedule
We hope this season brings joy, family, and relaxation to all our students and families! Below is our adjusted Holiday Schedule to accommodate the celebrations: 📅 Holiday Schedule: Make sure to plan accordingly! Stay active, and we look forward to seeing you in class. For questions or further details, please contact us or visit the […]