Tradition Redefined: 30 Years of Martial Arts Mastery with Shihan Gene Dunn

Tradition Redefined: 30 Years of Martial Arts Mastery with Shihan Gene Dunn

Empower Your Journey: Master Self-Defense, Elevate Fitness, and Cultivate Discipline

Right here in Brooklyn!

Empower Your Journey: Master Self-Defense, Elevate Fitness, and Cultivate Discipline

Right here in Brooklyn!

OUR PHILOSOPHY

At Dunn’s Dojo, we believe that martial arts is more than a sport—it's a way of life. We’ve built a cooperative, non-competitive environment where every individual, regardless of age, stage, or ability, can train safely and feel empowered. We inspire our students to become stronger, healthier, and more confident, both on and off the mat. Our approach is rooted in preserving the traditional self-defense essentials of martial arts while wholeheartedly embracing modern innovations in training, instruction, and leadership. This blend ensures that every student receives the benefits of time-honored techniques combined with cutting-edge methods to achieve their fitness and self-defense goals. At our dojo, each class is a dedicated space for growth—a classroom where respect, discipline, and personal excellence are the foundation. We’re committed to providing professional, personalized attention that nurtures the unique journey of every student, inviting you to be a part of a community where tradition and innovation unite to create lasting empowerment.

Our Martial Arts Programs

The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.

Shotokan Karate

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

KickBoxing

SUCCESS STORIES

REAL RESULTS, REAL VOICES

“I’ve gained the courage to stay and reach my next set of goals!”


“Before I started training here, taking risks wasn’t easy for me. It’s still not easy…but now I know that some risks are completely worth it! I’ve found the courage to step onto the mat with complete strangers (most of whom are now my friends), and learn a new skill. Not only did I have the courage to try something new for the first few classes, but I’ve gained the courage to stay and to reach my next set of goals!”

Adina

Student

“The instructors make sure the classes are exciting, safe, interesting and fun!”


“The physical portion of any martial arts class can be very physically demanding, but the instructors here make sure that the classes are exciting, interesting and fun! I personally enjoy going through the challenge because after a great day of training I feel successful. After every class I feel a sense of accomplishment, and I always recommend it. I want my friends and family to enjoy the same feeling of satisfaction.”

Eddie

Student

“She gets extremely upset if we ever have to miss a class now!”


At first I wasn’t sure if my child would like the program. After all, she’s only 8, so she never really sticks to anything. Boy was I wrong! She gets extremely upset if we ever have to miss a class now. And I can tell she’s more focused, more attentive, and just all around happier after starting this program.

Diane

Parent of Student

ABOUT US

We preserve the traditional self-defense basis of the martial arts while welcoming modern innovations in practice, instruction and leadership. It means each of our students gets a safe classroom in which to learn the martial arts, and a professional level of attention to help them reach their fitness and self-defense goals.

HOURS OF OPERATION

Mon-Wed-Fri: 4:30pm - 9pm

Tue-Thur: 12pm-2pm 6pm-9pm

Sat: 9am - 1pm

Sun: Closed

QUESTIONS?

Gene Dunn's Shotokan Karate &

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

172 Avenue U, Brooklyn, NY 11223

718-946-9072

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