Japanese Martial Arts Center
About
Boardwalk Japanese Martial Arts Center - JMAC
Japanese Martial Arts Center (JMAC) on Boardwalk in Ann Arbor runs traditional Japanese martial arts - Karate, Judo, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Iaido - with a structured kids program emphasizing focus, patience and confidence.
Kids Judo and Karate
Traditional Japanese arts curriculum for kids and adults. Programs include:
- Little Dragons (preschool)
- Kids Karate
- Kids Judo
- Kids Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
- Teen Martial Arts
- Adult Karate, Judo, BJJ, Iaido (sword)
What's Included
- Uniform with starter package
- Mats and rental gi for trial classes
- Belt-rank progression across disciplines
- Coach-led kihon, kata, throws and partner work
- Traditional Japanese instruction style
Experience
Multi-style traditional Japanese center is unusual outside major metros - kids get authentic Karate striking, Judo throws and BJJ ground grappling under one roof, with Iaido (Japanese sword) available for older students. JMAC explicitly states classes are non-dangerous and non-violent in approach. Younger kids work on basic stance and falling through games; older kids progress into full Karate kata, Judo randori and BJJ rolling.