For Kids
The philosophy of the Youth & Young Adult Program at the Dayton Bujinkan Dojo originates from the core concepts of Bujinkan Budo Taijutsu, a Japanese martial art dating back to the 15th Century. When these concepts are applied, Youth & Young Adult Program students gain:
- Awareness
- Respect/Discipline
- Responsibility
- Flexibility
- Patience
- Joyfulness
These core concepts manifest the above ideals, creating the backbone for the Youth & Young Adult Program. Currently, the Dayton Bujinkan Dojo is accepting Young Adult Students ages six and up. Each class, students focus on the fundamentals for a developing martial artist, including:
- Stretching and Agility
- Rolling (Taihenjutsu)
- Striking (Dakkentaijutsu)
- Basic Techniques (Kihon Happo)
How Many Students Train at One Time?
Most classes consist of 8-15 students training. All classes are overseen by the Dunskys, who head-up the Youth & Young Adult Program, with assistance from volunteer adult instructors as needed. The Dayton Bujinkan Dojo Martial Arts School is equipped with 100 training mats, two changing/restrooms, a break area, and private offices, which provides a safe, friendly environment for students and parents. The private parking lot is conveniently located in front of the dojo.
How do I Sign Up My Child?
To sign-up your child for the Dayton Bujinkan Dojo Martial Arts School Youth & Young Adult Program, simply stop in the dojo, e-mail us, or call (937) 436-0725. The process is simple - a liability form is filled out, a quick tour of the facility, and a payment option is selected. Please view the Student Training Costs page for a fee schedule. There are no contracts or yearly agreements for any members of the Dayton Bujinkan Dojo.
What is the schedule for Kid's Classes?
The Dayton Bujinkan Dojo offers classes for children ages six and up. Below is the current Class Schedule for the Youth & Young Adult Program.
Wednesdays: 5:45 - 6:45 pm
Saturdays: 9:15 - 10:15 am
Students are encouraged to attend both classes per week. However, the instructors know how busy a young adult's life is (school, after school sports, extra-curricular activities, playtime, etc), so we recommend scheduling to attend at least one class per week for your child. On occasion, due to special events held on Saturdays every other month, a Saturday class will be rescheduled. The instructors will be in contact with you in the event this occurs.
Kid's Class Lead Instructors
Marty & Pam Dunsky have been training in the Bujinkan since the mid1990's, and instructors at the Dayton Bujinkan Dojo since 2000. Parents of three children who are now all out of high school/college/law school, they pride themselves as "Instructors with parenting experience".
Marty & Pam visit Japan yearly to continue their own martial arts training. Marty's career is as a licensed Emergency Room Physician (D.O.), where he practices at two Dayton hospitals. Pam's career is as a business executive for a global financial corporation in the Miami Valley. Both volunteer their time to teach the Youth & Young Adult Program at the Dojo.In addition to
Marty & Pam, assistance instructors from the Adult Program also help teach the Kid's classes as needed.
Where is the Dayton Bujinkan Dojo Martial Arts School?
The Dojo is located at 5028 Hempstead Station Drive, Kettering Ohio. It is easily accessible from David Road, Whipp Rd, Route 48/Far Hills Avenue, and I-675. Please view the dojo's Map and Directions for more information on finding the dojo.
Are there Adult Programs that I could train in at the Dayton Bujinkan Dojo?
The Dayton Bujinkan Dojo has adult training seven days a week, and accepts students year round into its Adult Training Program.