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Understanding the Jiujitsu journey
Starting Brazilian Jiujitsu (BJJ) can be an overwhelming experience. Even coming from other martial arts backgrounds such as karate which has some throws and joint locks. If you’re reading this and feel completely lost some days, let me help you understand the process...
Yamanni-ryu instructor training. Yin and Yang.
Last weekend, participants from around the country gathered for a Yamanni-ryu instructor training with Shihan Nishime. Weapons training is both a way to learn and preserve a beautiful traditional art and an excellent way to learn and understand body mechanics. Shihan...
Bringing families together
Martial Arts is great for bringing families together. Parents don’t have to sit on the sidelines and watch. They can experience all the benefits of training just like their kids. Work off the day’s stress while building muscle, increasing flexibility and improving...
Yamanni-ryu workshop – Oct 21
Yamanni-ryu is the study of ancient Okinawan weaponry. While there are practical applications for the bo, our weapon program caters primarily to the martial arts practitioner who wants to connect with the history and art of traditional Okinawan kobudo. In the video...
Karate for Adults
Long before people noticed the benefits of Karate for kids like improved focus, self-discipline, and confidence, adult Karate classes helped older martial artists develop fitness and learn self-defense. Below is a picture from the 1970’s shows Shihan Nishime...
Congratulations to our competitors!
Team Nishime had a busy summer on the competition mats in both karate and jiujitsu. From local events to major international tournaments, the team has racked up 253 medals and counting. We are proud of all our athletes and would like to highlight two individuals who...
Welcome to Nishime Martial Arts
Welcome to the new website for Nishime Martial Arts! We hope that this new home on the web better represents our martial arts family with it's mix of traditional to modern arts, including Karate and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for both adults and kids, as well as our...