About Defense Arts Center
The Defense Arts Center is an excellent place to learn traditional Japanese Karate, specifically Shotokan Karate. The center, located in the Eleventh Street business park, offers a welcoming atmosphere for all ages, from children to middle-aged parents. The instructor, Sensei Ty, is a knowledgeable and caring teacher who leads with remarkable expertise. He and the other sensei provide patient instruction, ensuring that students understand the techniques and their practical applications. In addition to Shotokan Karate, the Defense Arts Center offers various other martial arts styles such as Aikido, Wing Chung, and Kodubo, providing a broad range of learning opportunities. The center has a one-week free trial for new students, giving them the chance to experience the dojo firsthand. The karate program at the Defense Arts Center covers kihon (basic moves), kata (forms), and kumite (sparring), as well as self-defense movements. While there are many karate dojos around the area, including Upland, Ontario, Ranco Cucamonga, and others, the Defense Arts Center is the only place where you can learn real Japanese karate-do. Overall, the Defense Arts Center is highly recommended for anyone interested in traditional Japanese martial arts.
Sensei Ty is invested in growing you as a martial artist and a person. He has decades of experience teaching, and studying various martial arts to enhance his instruction. A true local martial arts treasure!
I’ve been training at the dojo for about 3 years now and I’ve loved every bit of it. I have learned so much and have really advanced my skills and myself. Thankful everyday for the dojo and Sensei Ty.
Before joining this Dojo years ago I had tried four different styles and disappointed with the lack of engagement with the instructors so I pressed on to find one that I felt I would learn something valuable instead of paying for results, instead of earning them. The first time I walked in Ty greeted me and my Dad and we spoke for about an hour. He actually wanted to hear what I wanted out of learning a martial art. I was impressed from there. Years later I got my black belt and have had someone I consider to be a life mentor and friend. It’s more than just a martial art, it’s a way of life. You will not be disappointed. Ous! Ernie Haupt