Abduction Prevention for Kids – Workshops for giving kids skills to stay safe. Abduction Prevention for Kids is an interactive class where kids learn to identify strangers (good or bad), how to use their voice and when that is appropriate, and physical defense techniques appropriate …
Stick & Cane Defense Training
Join our Stick & Cane Defense Training class where you will learn to effectively use the Hanbo, a 3ft stick, in the Japanese martial art tradition. Perfect for adults and young adults (ages 14+), we offer a classical curriculum that focuses on the practical application …
Best of Liberty Hill in 2023
We’re excited to share the news! Best Martial Arts! Urban Defense Academy was voted: Thank you to everyone who took the time to vote for us! It couldn’t happen without YOU !!! Check out all of the results from the Best of Liberty Hill in …
Japan Festival Houston 2023
Shin Gan Dojo* is honored to be participating in Japan Festival Houston 2023! We are excited and honored to participate in the performances on the martial arts stage for the Japan Festival in Houston this year on May 6th 2023! It is the 30th Anniversary …
Gun Safety
Let’s talk about gun safety. The firearm is inherently a dangerous weapon. However, its fatal nature can never be administered without human interaction. It has no will of its own. You can easily test this for yourself by placing a loaded weapon in a secure …
Gifts from My Teacher
You may have noticed some new additions to our dojo recently. These are gifts from my teacher. We have acquired a new Kamidana (spirit shelf) and a bigger Shinto along with some other articles found on the Kamidana and elsewhere. All of these items belonged …
Winter Weather Closure
WEATHER RELATED CLOSURE: TUESDAY, JANUARY 31, 2023 Due to the freezing rain and forecast of ice accumulation we will be closed today, Tuesday, January 31st. We will update for Wednesday as we see what conditions are like. Please monitor conditions. Stay warm. Stay safe. Contact …
Pistol Basics – Safety Familiarization
You can always contact us to schedule this as a One-on-One class. This class is for you if you want to learn how to be safe with a gun. This class teaches: 2.5 hours of indoor lecture and hands-on trainingNo Live Fire in this class. …
It’s your Birthday Party!
It’s your Party! Make a lot of noise! Are you looking for an unforgettable experience for your party? We have a range of activities to suit both kids and teens, such as Nerf battles and a Samurai sword lesson (where they get to keep the …
Happy New Year
As we look back on the successes and accomplishments of 2022, we can reflect on how far we have come. Now, as we plan for the upcoming year of 2023, we set new goals and revise old ones with courage and determination. May the new …