TAIJUTSU SELF DEFENSE is a Virginia-based martial arts group with classes in Great Falls (Northern Virginia) and Richmond, dedicated to authentic Japanese martial arts that preserve the warrior spirit while remaining alive and practical for modern self-defense. Our martial art is neither a sport-based system nor a relic of the past. It is a living tradition that emphasizes practical skills, disciplined training, and principles that remain relevant today. Our Great Falls class meets on Wednesday evenings. Your first class is free.

BUDO TAIJUTSU

martial principles of using the whole body coordinated together for maximum effectiveness with progressive skill development:

Evasion...

...moving and changing the body to simultaneously avoid danger and be at an advantageous position.

Striking...

...with the entire body's dynamic power directed at strategic points enabling someone smaller and weaker to overcome larger, stronger and more numerous adversaries.

Grappling...

..encompassing a broad range of entangling actions including joint locks, throws, and restraints focused around self-defense.

Situational Applications...

...including various and improvised force-multipliers with the goal to be able to better handle any situation.