The Dojo - A great and uplifting place to practice and learn the Japanese martial arts of the samurai.

Call 513-770-0834. Email thedojocincinnati@gmail.com
or sign-up at the dojo today to start your journey toward black belt.







The Dojo's Summer Ninja Camp- June 10-13

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What is  Budō Taijutsu?  武 道 体 術


The Dojo teaches a Japanese-based martial art called  Budō Taijutsu

Budo is not a sport or competition martial art.  It is a samurai battlefield system that was designed to prepare you for any obstacles that will arise in daily life.

Combining nine lineages, some as old as 1,000 years, Budō teaches strikes, kicks, joint locks, balance-breaking, throws and takedowns, vast martial weaponry, pressure-points, ground defenses, chokes, women's self-defense, counters, strategy, meditation and codes of ethics.

Because it has so many cool areas of study, Budō is by far the most comprehensive martial art system on Earth.

• Rated #1 in Japanese Martial Art Self-Defense for many years

• Over 200 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5 - Star Ratings from students and parents

• Winner of several consecutive "best of" awards

• Celebrating 17 years in Mason 



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New opportunities for you.  Join us for awesome classes at the dojo.

3/27 - Wednesday Budō Class at 7:00 PM Kukishin Ryū style of fighting. Open to all levels!

3/28- Thursday Classes and Black Belt class at 7:00 PM

3/30- Saturday classes and Black Belt Club class at Noon

Randori Class March 30th

4/1- Monday Classes and Black Belt Class at 7:00 PM

4/2 -Tuesday Tenchijin Chart Basics Class @ 6:00 PM (Hanbo Fundamentals) Open to all levels!

4/2 - Tuesday Taijutsu with Weapons Class @ 7:00 PM
Mugai Ryu Iaido katas with guest dojo instructor Mathias Hilpert

(Bring your Iaito or you may borrow one from the dojo)

About that sword school we will be studying:
Mugai-ryū (無外流, Mugai-ryū) or "Outer Nothingness School" is a Japanese koryū martial art school founded by Tsuji Gettan Sukemochi (辻月丹資茂) on 23 June 1680. Its formal name is Mugai Shinden Kenpō (無外真伝剣法).






The Dojo's 2024 Class Schedule

Click on the class links for more detailed information on each one. A new Randori Class has been added the last Saturday of each month

Basic Tuition covers up to 3 classes per week (up to 12x per month). Bonus: The basic plan also includes the Tuesdays Tenchijin fundamentals class


The Dojo's Unlimited Classes Package (ask for details) covers all self-defense class options, Tuesday Tenchijin classes, Tuesday Weapons classes and Wednesday Historical Budō Samurai classes

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Up to 5x per week Adult and Youth Modern Martial Art Classes 

Beginner Basics and Fundamentals. Self-Protection practice for all body types.

Martial Arts Classes
Ages 6-95

Counts as one class credit
Mon-Thurs and Saturdays

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Wednesday Historical Samurai Fighting Classes at 7 PM

Nine lineages of Samurai and Ninja philosophy and fighting techniques to learn with us.

Open to all levels 
Counts as one blue class credit

Wednesdays@ 7:00 PM
(See the above schedule for the weekly topics)

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Tuesday Taijutsu with Weapons Classes at 7 PM


Real martial arts are not a sport.  They involve vast practices of various weaponry to survive.  

Check the dates above for the weapon of the week.

We rotate them every few weeks to be well-rounded.

Join us for the History and Weaponry of both the Samurai and the Ninja.

Counts as one red class credit
Tuesdays @7:00 PM

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Tuesday Tenchijin Historical Budō Techniques classes at 6 PM

Learn the basics of all Martial Arts: strikes, kicks, throws, chokes, joint locks, and historical Koryu principles.
   
Open to all levels

Counts a one class credit.
Tuesdays @ 6:00 PM

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The new Book is now available!

Sensei Norcross is a co-author of the book

"Elite Martial Artists of America"

He was asked to write a chapter about ten time-tested life hacks: Intent into Actions.

Order three versions of it here!










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March, 2024

Dojo Sr. Instructors training at a private lesson at An Shu Stephen K. Hayes' home dojo. 

Black Belt Hall of Fame member Hayes is considered the "Father of American Ninjutsu" and has written over twenty books on the subject of samurai and ninja martial arts.



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Ajit enters the Black Belt Club, Ishani earns her ninth star demo, and Santiago earns his new rank.

Congratulations!






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March 16, 2024

Sensei Blake Norfleet received an award for nearly 17 years of martial practice and service to The Dojo.

What a great example of fortitude and leadership.



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After many, many years of hard work and dedication, these students earn the 10 Plus Years of Training award



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Sensei Norcross sharing time with his 40-plus-year teachers An Shu Stephen K Hayes and  An Shu Rumiko Urata Hayes in Bellbrook, Ohio.



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Youth Coach Mr. Keen narrowly avoids a knife slash with razor-sharp distancing and timing skills.



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Learning to become self-sufficient and how to defend themselves

is a lifelong gift that you can give to your children



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Using balance taking (Kuzushi) for effective self-defense skill building



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Ancient techniques used by the samurai warriors
carefully adapted to use in modern America.






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Crew uses technique to skillfully slip out the side of a ground choke.


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Sensei Norfleet teaches a few advanced students in Monday's Black Belt class.




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Taijutsu works extremely well as self-defense against modern attacks





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Kris practices using a samurai baton called a Jutte to defend against a katana. 

The Dojo teaches more than 15 types of weapons in a revolving curriculum.




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Practicing how to strike the chin of the attacker to break and off-balance him.



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Advanced students light sparring on a Saturday morning.

Learn a unique set of skills that can not only save your life, but that are fun and engaging.




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Earning something that is difficult to get is a great way to boost self-confidence






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Ashton earns a rare brown belt.

What life skills do you want your child to learn?



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An opponent is launched with an advanced kick capture



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Younger dojo students working on their stances.



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Black Belts advanced training (Mondays and Thursdays at 7:00PM)




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Sarah takes down an attacker



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Learn the once-secret self-defense techniques of the samurai and ninja



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The Dojo teaches more than 15 different samurai and ninja weapons in our popular Tuesday Weapons Classes.



Taijutsu with Weapons classes are just $20 more per month.  That's only $5 per class!






The journey to Black Belt begins with your first step


Take the opportunity to become a part of the action

Budo entails so much depth. It focuses on non-sport, realistic techniques and self-protection principles for the modern world.  If you are nervous about starting, don't worry.  It is our job to help you.  From your first class you will be assisted by teachers and new friends.  

Whether you're interested in our programs for mental or physical well being, The Dojo offers a number of classes that will fit your personal needs and schedule.

• Family discounts  - 20% off the second member.  50% off third family member.  Ask about our Military/Fire/Paramedic/Law Enforcement Cardholder 10% off training discounts. 


• No hidden fees.  No contracts. No extra equipment to buy.   

• Flat Monthly tuition covers up to 12 classes per month to fit your schedule. The Dojo also offers unlimited class options for the committed practitioners

Want to learn samurai and ninja weapons? The Dojo teaches those as well, every Tuesday. There are so many exciting subjects to practice and master.

In a safe, traditional environment, students train in the un-armed combat methods of classical striking, kicking, jujutsu and samurai weaponry.

The primary goal of the dojo practitioner is self-protection and to develop an understanding of natural movement and response to all that they do; to be non-forceful and to use strategy, distancing and timing to overcome any opponent.

You will understand the true elements of classical Japanese warrior craft and history. The classes are motivating and physical, where everyone walks away with a stronger sense of purpose and an appreciation for life.

Call 513-770-0834 to schedule your first class.


Collect all of
the sixteen
instructional DVD's on Ebay

Wind and Thunder Level 3
Katana Basics
Advanced  Sword Techniques  
Ninja Sword  
Shuriken
Bo Staff
Hanbo Short Staff 
Ninjutsu Tap outs and Finishes 
Self-Defense Basics  
Advanced Self-Defense Basics 
Throws of Budo 
Ground Control/Ground Strategies

You can also purchase these video lessons on USB/Thumb drives that you provide

Coming Soon
  Yawara/Kubotan Self Defense

These lessons aid in study and practice for certifications and in-house student study

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The Dojo Martial Arts
7936 Mason Montgomery Road
Mason, Ohio 45040


Call 513-770-0834 to book your first class
or Email: thedojocincinnati@gmail.com

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