BUTOKUDEN Martial Arts Dojo

BUTOKUDEN Martial Arts Dojo offers Kendo, Karate, Aikido, Jodo, Naginata, Iaido, Sogetsuryu Ikebana Flower Arrangement, Bushido Culture, and Yoga. Kendo classes are held on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, with groups for advanced and beginners. Karate classes are held on Mondays and Thursdays, Iaido on Mondays and Saturdays, Jodo on Mondays and Fridays, and Naginata every Saturday.

Programs

• Kendo — Juniors and Adults; all levels · Tue, Wed & Thu; classes divided in groups for advanced and beginners
• Karate — Kids and Adults; all levels · Mon & Thu
• Aikido — not stated
• Jodo — not stated · Mon & Fri
• Naginata — not stated · Sat
• Iaido — not stated · Mon & Sat
• Sogetsuryu Ikebana Flower Arrangement — different levels
• Bushido Culture — not stated
• Yoga — not stated · $15 per class

At a glance

• Ages: 5–18 years old
• Price range: $15 per class
• General schedule: Kendo classes are taught on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Karate classes are held Mondays and Thursdays. Iaido classes are held on Mondays and Saturdays. Jodo classes are held on Mondays and Fridays. Naginata classes are held every Saturday.

About the provider

BUTOKUDEN, Inc. says its mission is to provide the general public access to activities and classes rooted in Japanese culture. It states that it promotes the preservation of Japanese values, traditions, history, and activities, and seeks to spread Japanese culture through instruction to the greater Southern California community. The program says there is a free trial for any class, a one-time registration fee of $100 that does not apply to Yoga and Ikebana, monthly membership fees are half if joined after the 15th of the month, and family members receive a 10% discount. Yoga is listed at $15 per class.

Please come in for a free trial for any of our classes. One time Registration Fee: $100 (does not apply to Yoga and Ikebana). Monthly membership fees will be half if joined after the 15th of each month. Family member can get 10% discount. Some programs are associated with official federations or associations and require annual or monthly fees. Kendo/Jodo participants must be members of SCKO and AUSKF to participate in tournaments, promotion exams, and seminars.

Last updated October 7, 2026.