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WELCOME TO
the Dojo
The School of Smiling Tiger is part of the larger Bujinkan organization under Grandmaster Masaaki Hatsumi. Our traditional program is dedicated to the proper study and application of Ninpo Budo Taijutsu in every day life. We also feature our modern FightFit program that integrates fitness, health, and self-defense into one complete package.
"You must throw away your bad habits to get good."
-Masaaki Hatsumi
Something for Everbody
Any Skill Level
Students at any skill level are welcome. We are more than happy to accomodate those with injuries or specific health conditions.
Fully Qualified
Our instructors have over 25 years of combined teaching experience and are licensed to teach by the Bujinkan headquarters in Japan.
Get Fit, Get Healthy
Each program involves dynamic exercises to improve strength, endurance, flexibility, and more. Students are encouraged to challenge their limitations at a manageable pace.
UPCOMING EVENTS
6 - 7
May
Houston Japan Festival 2023
We are excited and honored to manage the martial arts stage for the Houston Japan Festival again this year! It is the 30th Anniversary, and the first time the festival will be held since the pandemic. Our school, along with many other Japanese-based schools, will be putting on exciting demonstrations to show off our arts. We look forward to seeing everyone there!