Zen Budokai is a modern, self-defense system based on Japanese jujutsu. Our techniques include throws, joint locks, chokes, submission holds, strikes, ground defenses, and non-lethal control techniques. We differ from many Brazilian Jiu-jitsu & MMA schools in that our focus is on self-defense from a standing position as opposed to competition ground fighting. Students learn not only how to defend themselves, but how to control threats (including weapons) and protect others. We have a long history in San Francisco and welcome everyone. There is no macho “gym” culture and no previous experience is required. Come visit a class and see for yourself!
Website: zenbudokai.com
Phone: (925) 518-7015
Cross Streets: Between Clipper St and 26th St
Closed now
- Sat 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
1622 Castro St San Francisco, CA 94114 ·2346.52 mi
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yelpI was a student for three years at Zen Budokai until my health and financial situation no longer permitted me to take classes. During that time I achieved my blue belt. Classes are small, with...
MoreI was a direct student of the founder, Raymond Duke Moore [RIP], at the original dojo on Market St., 1962-1974. I respectfully & wholeheartedly commend Tim Delgman, Irving Lee. Doug Haight,...
MoreI'm a big fan of the Zen Budokai jujitsu system, and I attend classes at the SF school and also at the Stanford school. Classes in SF have a good student/teacher ratio and the current head of the...
MoreI study a few different martial arts, but I'm glad that Zen Budokai is my main one, for the simple reason that I felt like I could actually use it very early on in my training. This is not always...
MoreZen Budokai Aiki Jujitsu instructors also teach through the Park and Recreation centers at Orinda, CA, Pleasant Hill, CA and Stanford University as well as many other U.S. locations. The...
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