Martial Arts
Focus. Respect. Strength.
YMCA of Alaska Martial Arts programs help participants build physical strength, confidence, and self-discipline in a supportive and structured environment. Designed for a range of ages and experience levels, these programs emphasize skill development, personal growth, and respect for others.
Participants learn fundamental techniques while also developing balance, coordination, and focus. YMCA instructors promote positive values such as perseverance, self-control, and respect—skills that extend beyond the mat into everyday life.
Martial Arts programs support healthy living by combining physical activity with mental focus and character development. Whether participants are new to martial arts or continuing their training, the YMCA provides a welcoming space to learn, grow, and progress at an individual pace.
Jujutsu Program Details
Seibukan Jujutsu is an effective and practical martial art developed for self protection as well as personal development. It’s Japanese roots and Shiatsu healing art, make it unique among other systems. Seibukan Jujutsu is a traditional martial art for the modern day warrior – it offers ancient Japanese martial art techniques that can be effectively applied to our daily living to protect ourselves in the societies of the 21st century.
Please contact Mr. Knudson prior to registering for this class.
James Knudson: 907-351-8367
knudson73@gmail.com
Our curriculum includes self-defense against armed and unarmed, single and multiple assailants. Pressure points, kicks and strikes to the body are used as distractions that enable us to effectively apply joint locks and throws.
We teach and practice Seibukan Jujutsu in positive and non-competitive manner that promotes self confidence, self protection and self development. The principles and philosophy of this art can be used in all aspects of day to day life.
When Are Classes?
Youth (10-14yrs*)
6:30 PM -7:30 PM, Tuesdays & Thursdays
Adult (14+)
7:45 PM – 8:45 PM, Tuesdays & Thursdays
Adult Advanced (by invitation only)
8:45 PM – 9:45 PM
Advanced
9:30 AM – 10:30 AM, Saturdays
