Musei Tora Bujinkan in Knoxville, TN offers authentic martial arts training with a focus on Japanese culture and history. Led by instructor Michael Cody, classes are friendly and welcoming, catering to all skill levels. The atmosphere is relaxed but serious, creating an environment where students can learn both techniques and the historical context behind them. Personalized instruction ensures that everyone, from beginners to advanced practitioners, grows at a comfortable pace.
The school operates on a limited schedule with classes held on Sunday and Tuesday. Despite the narrow open hours, students consistently praise the quality of instruction, the supportive community, and the thorough explanations provided. Musei Tora Bujinkan stands out as a unique and enriching place to learn martial arts in Knoxville.
Pros:
- Welcoming and respectful community
- Instructor Michael Cody is knowledgeable and passionate
- Focus on historical context of techniques
- Personalized instruction for all skill levels
- Relaxed yet serious learning environment
- Emphasis on practical self-defense skills
- Classes integrate traditional Japanese culture
- Encouraging and positive atmosphere
- Small class sizes allowing for personalized attention
- Great for boosting confidence and self-discipline
Cons:
- Limited class schedule with only two days open
- Classes may be challenging for some
- Not suitable for those looking for a conventional martial arts experience
Location / Contact
- Address: 7544 Oak Ridge Hwy #7, Knoxville, TN 37931, United States
- Phone:+1 865-973-2118
- Email:[email protected]
- Website:museitorataijutsu.com
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Reviews (70)
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Except the peak hours, this place remains quite free or moderately crowded.
This business has a rating of 5.0-star.
This business has 70 reviews.
The address is: 7544 Oak Ridge Hwy #7, Knoxville, TN 37931, United States .
The contact number is +1 865-973-2118
This service is listed under Martial Arts School .
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Ken Bateman
5 years ago
Good training, good attitudes. Quite durable chairs.
Chris Wynn
5 years ago
This is one of the most impressive shows of skill, knowledge, and over all spirt I've ever seen in any instructive course. This is not just a lifeless karate class, and that's obvious just from a 1 minute video.
Chloe
5 years ago
Michael is an awesome instructor. I always feel comfortable here, even as a beginner.
Devin Pettiford
5 years ago
The time I had with Sensei Cody was truly unforgettable. His hands on training will allow you to grasp what you at first cannot. Under his tutelage not only will you leave the dojo with outstanding self defense training. But, you will also leave bettering yourself.
JWS Tactical Training Center
5 years ago
Mr. Cody is very impressive,skilled,friendly and helpful. I highly recommend him to anyone who wants to learn real martial arts. Go see him, you won't be disappointed.
David Lindsey
5 years ago
I have a lot of fun in class and learning the history of where the art came from is a nice bonus to me. Weapons are also integrated from the get go. What we learn is actual self-defense and combat, not just route memorization of a kata. Highly recommended.
Bailey Watson
5 years ago
Words can not describe the amount of knowledge and skills I have learned from this dojo thus far. The people are great and are very quick to help you play catch up if you feel like you're not getting it. The skills are solid and if you miss any sessions, you are given the tools to see what you missed out on. It is NOT a martial art, but instead a warrior art. The skills taught were actually used in a brutal time period of Japan and it was developed with the idea of survival in mind as opposed to martial arts that are often developed in peace time conditions.I highly recommend this dojo.
James Mendez
5 years ago
I trained off and on with this group for a while before moving to Murfreesboro. Michael Cody is a really great guy and it's obvious that he really knows his stuff! He is respectful and very open to questions. You can expect to learn not just the kata but to see how they can be applied to modern day as well. He is also very good at explaining why we move the way we do in the Bujinkan. Don't expect the training to be easy though, he really makes you work for it!
Sarisa Storm
5 years ago
Best Dojo in Knoxville! If you're a woman/Girl, you know how important it is to be able to defend ourselves and our family. The instructor is really patient and knowledgeable, he makes sure that you understand the techniques and that they are effective. This class gives you a real confidence boost so you can walk through life knowing you're safer. I really recommend that if you are a female you should sign up.
Fred Slagle
5 years ago
You will learn a lot if you stick with it. In everything, Japanese culture too. Not just the bijinkan system, but everything. You might even see the stories Hollywood does in a whole new light, or what is really just Hollywood. The instructor is very knowledgeable, and will tell you what is wrong when a kata or form is improperly executed. Which can be very important in a myriad of situations. And the instructor is easy to get in touch if you need to. It isn't easy to learn the system, but he does a good job at helping you learn it.