Welcome To JTR Jujutsu International

Explore this unique traditional Japanese Jujutsu school right in Washington, DC! Here, you can learn combat techniques that date back to 16th-century Japan, all adapted for contemporary self-defense.

  • What exactly is Combat Jujutsu?

    Combat Jujutsu is a classic Japanese martial art form that focuses on various techniques such as strikes, takedowns, joint locks, choke holds, grappling, and weaponry.

    Who is eligible to participate?

    Our classes welcome individuals of all skill levels. Students will have the opportunity to train with partners of diverse body types and genders.

    How can I get started?

    Simply click the link below to join a class and embark on your journey in martial arts!

COMBAT JUJUTSU

JTR Jujutsu is a hybrid Japanese martial art that involves close-combat techniques, including throws, joint locks, chokes, kicks, strikes, and weapons used for defense or offense…

JTR KIDS PROGRAM

Confidence Building

Children develop self-assurance through mastering martial arts techniques.

Physical Strength

Regular practice improves strength, flexibility, and overall fitness.

Moral Character

Ancient traditions teach respect, discipline, and strong moral values.

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…

GROUP & 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…

WOMEN SELF-DEFENSE PROGRAM

JTR Jujutsu’s – Women’s Self-Defence (WSD) program gives members practical skills and physical readiness to take control…

Specialized Training

Highly specialized combative and defensive tactics program designed for women.

Practical Skills

Learn functional fitness and survival skills for real-world effectiveness.

Empowerment

Gain control and maximize your power through targeted training.

PRIVATE LESSONS

Customized Training

Tailor your program to focus on specific skills and goals.

Self-Defense Tactics

Learn practical techniques for personal protection.

Hand-to-Hand Combat

Master close-quarters fighting skills.

Weapons Training

Gain proficiency in traditional martial arts weapons.

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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.

JTR Jujutsu practitioners develop:

Self-Defense Skills

Strength & Endurance

Self-Motivation

Self-Discipline

Survival Tactics

Emotional Wellbeing

HEAD INSTRUCTORS

Master Don

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. It took him ten years to get his first black belt by pushing thru a rigorous program that tested his will and developed his character in becoming a person with; honor self-discipline, self-motivation, humility, respect, and warrior spirit . Read more…
Master Andrae

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. Master Ihara taught the same style of Taekwondo learned while training with Master Chung while he resided in Japan in the late 1950s . Read more…
OUR CLASSES

CHOOSE YOUR PLAN

OUR CLASSES
OUR CLASSES - Combat Jujutsu
Combat Jujutsu – All Belt Levels
Adults – Combat Jujutsu
OUR CLASSES
Women Self-Defense Program
Kids – Jujutsu

Class Schedule

LET'S GET STARTED

MARTIAL ARTS
JOURNEY

Go to the link below to register for an introductory  trial lesson in one of our weekly classes:

  • Adults – Combat Jujutsu
  • Women Self-Defense Program
  • Kids – Jujutsu
  • Private Lessons 
  • Self-Defense & Safety Workshop

Contact us for a quote on private lessons,  group self-defense, and safety workshops, or specialized training for security & law enforcement.  Customize your combative and defensive training program to your preference.

Contact us today!  +1-202-203-8056