About The Martial Arts Academy of Marin
The Martial Arts Academy of Marin is Marin County's premier school for studying Lineage Martial Arts, conveniently located in Downtown San Rafael, CA. The academy offers Shorinji-Ryu Karate, a complete fighting system refined over centuries, containing powerful striking, grappling, weapons practice, and more. Students learn to use this incredible fighting art for realistic self-defense, health, and personal development, with intense training regimes and full-power combat against all modern fighting methods. The practiced philosophy blends tradition, adaptability, and modern innovation to meet the demands of the contemporary martial artist. The owner and instructor, Terrence, is praised for his patience, knowledge, and kind character. Reviewers highlight the enjoyment of the exercise, camaraderie, and kung fu history, as well as the fun forms and self-defense techniques. The academy is described as one of the most authentic places for real martial arts training and a great workout. The academy also offers a nurturing environment for children, with a non-competitive and safe space, where they learn self-control and confidence. The instructors, such as Sensei Will and Sensei Spencer, are commended for their care and attention to the students, both in and out of the dojo, making this academy a highly recommended choice for martial arts training at any age.
I joined at age 54 and wish I had joined sooner. Terrence, the owner and instructor, is great. He is patient, knowledgeable, and a good person. I enjoy the exercise, camaraderie, and kung fu history. The forms and self defense techniques are fun too. I would recommend San Rafael Martial Arts for any person at any age looking to learn a martial art and get some exercise.
I have been in various dojos over the years. This is one of the most authentic places .. definitely recommend it if you are looking for real training of martial arts and a great work out.
This is a long over due review. Our 5 yr old son attended this dojo for a year (4 days/week) and we would’ve definitely kept attending if we didn’t move out of the area. As parents, we loved that not only did they teach self-control and confidence, but that it was a non-competitive and safe space. My son learned a lot and misses it dearly. He said his most favorite part was at the end of each session, Sensei Will would tell a karate story with a moral ending. My son also loved attending the kid-fun Wed class with Sensei Spencer. Another nice touch is that Sensei Will always made sure that each kid says goodbye to him before leaving to be picked up by an adult. Sensei...read full review