Frequently Asked Questions

  • The official name of our school is “Oni Bu-Jutsu Dojo” 鬼 武 術 道 場 which, when translated, means “demon warrior art training hall.” Although the word “demon” can have different meanings in Western culture, our real symbol is the Oni mask because we borrow their traits- we don the mask when necessary, to protect ourselves and those around us. Not because we become violent people, but because we learn how to wield violence as a tool for the good of ourselves and our communities.

  • Yes, of course! Please let me know if they will be observing so I can set out a chair. If someone you recommend signs up for lessons, I’ll give you a discount on your next month. There is also enough space for you and a friend to train at the same time at the Oni Dojo.

  • You don’t need to buy any equipment to start. It’s recommended to bring a water bottle and optionally a change of clothes. Bring a notebook or buy one from us to take notes.

  • If you live within 25 minutes drive of the Dojo, there’s no additional cost. If you’d like in-home training and live 30-60 minutes away, please add $25 for travel time. If you live more than an hour away, please contact me for pricing and availability.

    1707 22nd Ave NW, Calgary, AB T2M 1R6

  • I get it, adult life is busy and unpredictable events can come up. There’s no penalty for being late or needing to reschedule. Please contact me as soon as you know and we can reschedule.

  • I welcome my students to learn as many forms of martial arts as they like. I love to grow the martial arts community in Calgary and sometimes team up with other instructors for seminars.

    Please keep in mind that if you’re training with me, you’re learning from me, and when you are training with another instructor you are learning from them.

  • Yes, please book a private one-on-one lesson.

  • No, sorry. There is a flight of stairs if you are an ambulatory wheelchair user. We can also arrange to have private lessons in your home. The Tao of Peace is wheelchair accessible.

  • Oni Dojo is a 17 minute walk from the Lions train station. There is free street parking.

    The Tao of Peace (Sunday group classes) is located just across the street from a bus stop. There is free 2 hour street parking.

  • Yes, the bathroom at Oni Dojo in my home is obviously open to anyone. At the Tao of peace, there is a single occupancy washroom with a gender neutral sign on the door.