TRAIN THE MIND. MASTER THE MOMENT.
The greatest battles are fought within — strengthening the mind, body, and spirit. Begin your training journey. Become your strongest self. Become the sword.
Welcome To JTR Jujutsu International
Discover this one-of-a-kind traditional Japanese Jujutsu school located in Washington, DC! You’ll have the opportunity to learn combat techniques that originated in 16th-century Japan, all tailored for modern self-defense.
JTR’s Jujutsu is a “traditional” or “combat” class of martial arts that has its roots in Japan. Jujutsu is not considered a form of sport unless you consider an academic institution a sports organization.
COMBAT JUJUTSU
JTR Jujutsu International is a Japanese “old style” traditional martial art school. Learn strikes, takedowns, joint locks, choke holds, grappling, weapons and spirited philosophy…
JTR KIDS JUJUTSU
The JTR Kids program enriches children with an experience like no other. We transform lives through a complete mind, body and spiritual journey. This is a marital arts family with strong morals. See for yourself what sets us apart from the others…
WOMEN'S SELF-DEFENSE
JTR Women’s Self-Defense program is a highly specialized combative & defensive tactics training program. A functional fitness activity with survival skills. Designed for real effectiveness, to maximize your power & gain control…
PRIVATE LESSONS
Customize your private training program, empower yourself or your team by focusing on a specific skill set: self-defense tactics, hand-to-hand combat, and weapons training…
Self Defense workshops
Little Samurai Program
Essential Life Skills
Has your mind, body and spirit reached their fullest potential?
Each person possesses a mind that can be developed, a body that can be trained, and a life journey that is shaped by their spirit.
At JTR Jujutsu, we believe that enhancing your awareness and empowerment can truly change your life. Joining our dojo offers a transformative experience that fosters lasting inner peace and builds lifelong friendships.
- Self-Defense Skills
- Self-Discipline
- Self-Motivation
- Self-Respect
- Survival Tactics
HEAD INSTRUCTORS
Honoring the Masters Who Preserve the Art and Discipline of Jujutsu
Master Don
Master Don has been training in martial arts since 1982 at the age of seven. His goal was simple, to achieve a black belt.
Master Andrae
Master Andrae began his training in Taekwondo in 1990 at the age of six while living in Lynchburg, Virginia, under the late Master Ihara.