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We provide instruction in Japanese and Okinawan Martial Arts for Men, Women and Children "

Sometimes an unsolicited recommendation/review is an insightful way of explaining what we do:

"I trained and taught with Rick in many traditional Japanese martial arts for approximately 25 years. Over the course of these two-and-a-half decades, he proved himself to be THE most: dedicated; hard-working; motivated; knowledgeable; physically-skilled; loyal; trustworthy; and honorable-- student and teacher-- of the arts we studied. I give him the highest possible recommendation as a master Sensei (teacher) and Renshi (teacher of teachers) of these arts; in which he has been rigorously and gruelingly taught, trained, and tested. He has proof of his expertise and rankings-- as shown in his possession of all official and/or required documentation. This includes certificates/belts/titles/recommendations and geneologies. These were all awarded to him after he successfully completed tests (which included, quite literally-- hundreds of physical, verbal, and written tasks) with a proficiency rating (grade) of 98% or above. He is--in my fairly knowledgeable and experienced opinion-- the greatest practitioner and teacher of the Arts he has (and continues to) studied. I make this statement pertaining to both local, small-scale teachers of these Arts; in addition to the so-called "celebrity" martial artists who have gained notoriety due to: film appearances/roles in television series and appearances/coverage in printed media (newspapers, magazines, Internet websites/ and social media (Twitter, Facebook, etc.). If you are seeking a true Master Instructor in the Japanese martial arts of: Jujutsu; Aikido; Karate; ancient and/or traditional Okinawan/Japanese/Chinese weapons-- in addition to the various histories, philosophies, and strategies (both written and oral) with whom these Arts are associated-- Rick Jones is the man you need to have for your Sensei.

10/07/2026

Reminder Budokan South is open tonight, Wednesday 10/7, for all classes starting at 5:00 p.m. See you on the mat. Mr Jones

10/04/2026

🧠 5 Life Skills Martial Arts Teaches Kids
Beyond kicks and blocks, here's what kids REALLY learn in martial arts:

1️⃣ Self-Discipline – How to stay focused even when it's hard
2️⃣ Goal Setting – Working toward the next belt step by step
3️⃣ Resilience – Getting back up when you fall (literally and figuratively)
4️⃣ Respect – For instructors, teammates, and themselves
5️⃣ Confidence – Knowing they can handle challenges

Which one does YOUR child need most right now? Comment below! 👇

10/02/2026

🕐 It's Never Too Late to Start
Whether you're 25 or 55 — whether you've never thrown a punch or you dabbled in martial arts years ago — it is NEVER too late to start training.

We have students of all ages, fitness levels, and backgrounds. What they all have in common? They showed up. And they haven't looked back. 🥋

Your first class is free. What are you waiting for?

09/26/2026

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Updated calendars for October and November located on our website along with information on our history and class curriculum.

09/24/2026

Reminder: Budokan South classes resume today at 5pm. See you on the mat! Mr. Jones

09/20/2026

It is with sadness that I must convey that Joe Conti Sensei passed away on September 14th, 2026.

He was an early student and teacher of Nihon Goshin Aikido and later the first Director of the Northeast USA Daito Ryu Kodokai Association under Yonezawa Katsumi Sensei. His teachings included Okinawan Karate and Kobujutsu as well as Kenjutsu and Iaijutsu.

His dojo saw thousands of students pass through its doors between 1976 and 2018. He continued to teach locally until 2026 totaling 50 years.
Domoarigatogozaimas Conti Sensei.

View Joseph Charles Conti Jr.'s complete obituary, share memories, and explore 14 tribute posts from the community.

09/06/2026

⚠️ Before You Need It vs. After You Needed It
There are two kinds of people in the world:

🟢 Those who train BEFORE something happens
🔴 Those who wish they had trained AFTER

Don't be the second kind. The best time to start self-defense training was yesterday. The second best time? TODAY.

🥋 Message us to lock in your FREE intro class. Don't wait.

"It is better to be a warrior in a garden, than a gardener in a war."

08/26/2026

Happy Birthday Kiyama Sensei!
Kiyama Sensei used to travel with Yonezawa Sensei to the east coast to Conti Sensei's home and dojo in NJ in the early days of the Kodokai expansion on the east coast. お誕生日おめでとう
Otanjōbiomedetō

08/21/2026

Congratulations to Mr. L. Robinson for earning his final stripe toward Jr. Orange Belt. Great job on working those Choke Defenses, keep up the good work!!! Mr. Jones

08/11/2026

"Hai Sensei", "Yes sir", "Yes ma'am", "Domoarigatogozaimas', "Thank you." These aren't just words we teach — they're habits we build.

Our students learn that respect for instructors, parents, and peers isn't optional — it's foundational. Respect for others starts by respecting yourself. Clean gi, tied correctly, folded when leaving. Treat everything/everyone with respect and it becomes part of you.

Parents constantly tell us how the respect they see on the mat carries over at home and at school.

Because real martial arts training builds CHARACTER — not just kicks. 👊 Ready to enroll your child? Comment "INFO" below!

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889 Garden City Connector
Murrells Inlet, SC
29576

Opening Hours

Tuesday	5pm - 9pm
Thursday	5pm - 9pm

Telephone

+18433103166

Website

http://www.BudokanSouth.com/

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