Not All Martial Art Schools are alike, not even close!
Delaware's First and Largest Private Martial Arts Dojo for 28 yrs
Welcome To Summit Martial Arts, teaching martial arts and self-defense. Summit Martial Arts was founded in 1992. One of the oldest established fulltime Karate and Jiu-Jitsu Academies in the U.S., dedicated to teaching all levels of martial arts Striking, throwing, groundfighting and weapons, owned by a veteran and a Martial Artist with deep roots in our community and a rich tradition of high quality martial arts.
Summit Martial Arts is not a gym, rec center, or Mcdojo, we are an Internationally Certified Traditional Dojo for Okinawan Karate, Kobudo, Gracie/Sauer Brazilian Jiujitsu, Japanese Jujitsu there is no other Martial Arts programs like Summit Martial Arts in 100 miles or more. We offer multiple ways to train to keep you and your family, active, focused, and safe in person and from home.
Our Mission
Our mission is to teach the highest quality, and most effective Martial Arts in the world today, rooted in the principles of ethical-moral development. We teach the most practical, complete and efficient self defense skills covering all ranges Standing, Grappling, Ground: weapons, punching, kicking, throwing, choking, locks, submissions, and grappling, all practiced within a safe, clean, positive, traditional and respectful environment. Taught by only highly trained, internationally certified experts with decades of experience. We are committed to preserving the highest technical standards and philosophical roots of Okinawan Shorin Ryu Karate, Jiūjutsu (jiu-jitsu), Japanese Jujitsu, White Crane, Kobudo (weapons), Kenjitsu (sword), Self defense and Archery as imparted to us by reknown masters and organizations.
Summit Martial Arts offers several programs
We make getting started simple!
Take the Free Introductory Class. This course allows you to get fitted for uniform, ask questions and to learn basic things needed for classes, warm ups, exercises, basic skills and experience learning first hand with your instructor. If you enjoy the sessions and want to learn more, the course gives you the foundation you need.
The Introductory course cost?
Try a Free Trial Class No Cost, or obligation. No sales pitch, No tricks or nonsense. Testimonials
What happens after the intro course?
If you enjoy your class we make it easy for you to enroll.
Why is there a waiting period before I can take the intro course?
We only accept no more of 3 new students in each age group per month, we want to know our students and their goals, we are not a rec center or highly commercialized place. Once you do intro course, you move to the front of the line.
You can call 740-362-2222 or send email you can book your first visit in just a few minutes!
Facility
World class, fully padded 6,500sqft training facility, equipped with all necessary items for the development of great martial arts.
Safety Precautions
Do a personal health self assessment before coming to dojo, guests interested in our programs need to make an appointment.
1. If your sick, stay home, stay away from others
2. Avoid large groups like a tournament at this time, no large classes of over 25
3. Wash hands before and after, wash uniform after training.
Watch for symptomsPeople with COVID-19 have had a wide range of symptoms reported – ranging from mild symptoms to severe illness. Symptoms may appear 2-14 days after exposure to the virus. People with these symptoms may have COVID-19:
Delaware's First and Largest Private Martial Arts Dojo for 28 yrs
Welcome To Summit Martial Arts, teaching martial arts and self-defense. Summit Martial Arts was founded in 1992. One of the oldest established fulltime Karate and Jiu-Jitsu Academies in the U.S., dedicated to teaching all levels of martial arts Striking, throwing, groundfighting and weapons, owned by a veteran and a Martial Artist with deep roots in our community and a rich tradition of high quality martial arts.
Summit Martial Arts is not a gym, rec center, or Mcdojo, we are an Internationally Certified Traditional Dojo for Okinawan Karate, Kobudo, Gracie/Sauer Brazilian Jiujitsu, Japanese Jujitsu there is no other Martial Arts programs like Summit Martial Arts in 100 miles or more. We offer multiple ways to train to keep you and your family, active, focused, and safe in person and from home.
Our Mission
Our mission is to teach the highest quality, and most effective Martial Arts in the world today, rooted in the principles of ethical-moral development. We teach the most practical, complete and efficient self defense skills covering all ranges Standing, Grappling, Ground: weapons, punching, kicking, throwing, choking, locks, submissions, and grappling, all practiced within a safe, clean, positive, traditional and respectful environment. Taught by only highly trained, internationally certified experts with decades of experience. We are committed to preserving the highest technical standards and philosophical roots of Okinawan Shorin Ryu Karate, Jiūjutsu (jiu-jitsu), Japanese Jujitsu, White Crane, Kobudo (weapons), Kenjitsu (sword), Self defense and Archery as imparted to us by reknown masters and organizations.
Summit Martial Arts offers several programs
- Online classes
- Private Lessons (By appoint only)
- Group Classes
- Seminars
- Private groups
- Self Defense seminars
- Camps
We make getting started simple!
Take the Free Introductory Class. This course allows you to get fitted for uniform, ask questions and to learn basic things needed for classes, warm ups, exercises, basic skills and experience learning first hand with your instructor. If you enjoy the sessions and want to learn more, the course gives you the foundation you need.
The Introductory course cost?
Try a Free Trial Class No Cost, or obligation. No sales pitch, No tricks or nonsense. Testimonials
What happens after the intro course?
If you enjoy your class we make it easy for you to enroll.
Why is there a waiting period before I can take the intro course?
We only accept no more of 3 new students in each age group per month, we want to know our students and their goals, we are not a rec center or highly commercialized place. Once you do intro course, you move to the front of the line.
You can call 740-362-2222 or send email you can book your first visit in just a few minutes!
Facility
World class, fully padded 6,500sqft training facility, equipped with all necessary items for the development of great martial arts.
Safety Precautions
Do a personal health self assessment before coming to dojo, guests interested in our programs need to make an appointment.
1. If your sick, stay home, stay away from others
2. Avoid large groups like a tournament at this time, no large classes of over 25
3. Wash hands before and after, wash uniform after training.
Watch for symptomsPeople with COVID-19 have had a wide range of symptoms reported – ranging from mild symptoms to severe illness. Symptoms may appear 2-14 days after exposure to the virus. People with these symptoms may have COVID-19:
- Fever or chills
- Cough
- Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
- Fatigue
- Muscle or body aches
- Headache
- New loss of taste or smell
- Sore throat
- Congestion or runny nose
- Nausea or vomiting
- Diarrhea
Summit Martial Arts Okinawan Shorin Ryu Karate/Kobudo, one of the greatest self defense systems ever created. Summit Martial Arts has programs for beginners to advance students. You will learn the the complete system of Okinawan Shorin Ryu Karate and Kobudo, created by the oldest living people on earth, as the founders wanted it taught in a safe, and cooperative enviroment. You can begin at any time without previous experience. Safety is our number one concern, there is no competitive sparring in beginner programs. We believe in partners, not opponents.
Summit Martial Arts Adult Gracie/Pedro Sauer Jiujitsu has programs for beginners to advance students. You will learn the the complete system of Gracie/Pedro Sauer Jiujitsu as Helio Gracie wanted it taught in a fun, safe, and cooperative enviroment. You can begin at any time without previous experience. Safety is our number one concern, there is no competitive sparring in beginner programs. We believe in partners, not opponents.
Summit Martial Arts Youth and Teen Programs Covers Karate, Jiujitsu and Kobudo, Bully Defense and Stranger Danger. Our goal is to instill in your child unshakable confidence, self disipline, leadership, and real self defense skills. So they can face life's challenges with confidence and detrimination, belts are earned, never purchased here at Summit Martial Arts.
Summit Martial Arts Women's Self Defense System 4 hr intensive private group class for women. We teach you how avoid dangerous situations and make life safer through a personal protection plan, real proven self defense skills, taught by experts. How to neutralize the most common attacks, both standing and on the ground. You will learn to defend yourself in a small group in a fun, safe, clean, and cooperative enviroment. No previous experience needed. 13 yrs & up
We are living in crazy times right now, staying safe involves some self defense planning. Summit Martial Arts offers many programs to help you develop a personal protection plan and the real skills to back it up. Seminars we offer
- Refuse to be a victim (Class Room)
- Self Defense seminars beginner
- Advance Self Defense seminars
- Combatives
- Stick and knife fighting seminars
- CCW certification
- Advance firearms training
INDIVIDUALIZED PRIVATE INSTRUCTION
Private lessons can be designed for individuals, two people, small groups or large private groups. Some folks do privates only, while others combine group classes and a few privates to optimize their results.
Private lessons can be designed for individuals, two people, small groups or large private groups. Some folks do privates only, while others combine group classes and a few privates to optimize their results.
Enjoy The Best Beginner to Advanced Workshops, Seminars, And Camps
Every month, you can take advantage of the incredible learning opportunities we offer here at Summit Martial Arts in Delaware, Ohio. Our seminars and trips include the best instruction and historical context about the disciplines we teach and the values they represent. Our workshops are normally 2-3 hours, our seminars can range from 3-12 hours and camps are held as multi-day events at the dojo and off-site. We even offer world events held in Brazil, Okinawa, Japan. Also because Summit Martial Arts is connected to world reknown organizations, as a student you can train at other locations and get invited to private seminars.
Every month, you can take advantage of the incredible learning opportunities we offer here at Summit Martial Arts in Delaware, Ohio. Our seminars and trips include the best instruction and historical context about the disciplines we teach and the values they represent. Our workshops are normally 2-3 hours, our seminars can range from 3-12 hours and camps are held as multi-day events at the dojo and off-site. We even offer world events held in Brazil, Okinawa, Japan. Also because Summit Martial Arts is connected to world reknown organizations, as a student you can train at other locations and get invited to private seminars.
Members Only Online Access
As a Summit Martial Arts student you also get access to our members only currculum; interactive videos, private events, mindfulness training, reading list, black belt and leadership retreats, private lessons with world reknown instructors.
As a Summit Martial Arts student you also get access to our members only currculum; interactive videos, private events, mindfulness training, reading list, black belt and leadership retreats, private lessons with world reknown instructors.
Organizations
Pedro Sauer Brazilian Jiujitsu
International Shorinji Ryu Jujitsu Federation
International Karate Kobudo Federation
Dai Nippon Butoku Kai
Ohio Wesleyan Unversity