Located on a beautiful and historic Windham Farm! 122 N Lowell Rd Windham NH
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Uechi Ryu Karate & Brazilian Jiujitsu is a complete discipline of Body, Soul, and Spirit!

 The style of Uechi-Ryu, is an Okinawan style of karate and is highly respected as one of the most powerful and effective styles of self-defense.

Uechi Ryu & the Jiujitsu Combative's system is the core foundation of what is taught but we include multiple disciplines into what we do at the School of Warrior Arts: Boxing, Jiu jitsu,  Kick Boxing, & Weapons.

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ADULTS

Training is a complete discipline of Body, Soul, and spirit, and  is one of the best ways to get in shape, alleviate stress, develop skill, coordination, confidence and be able to defend yourself.  Its never too late to start!

CHILDREN & TEENS

There is no doubt about it – the students from our school stand out from the crowd! Our school provides an environment where Children and teenagers can learn the value of hard work, integrity, self-motivation, and self-discipline.  We do this while having a bunch of fun too. Our children & teen students learn self-respect, respect for others, and how to interact as a team, and overcome obstacles ….

 

UECHI RYU & SOWA COMBATIVES

Uechi Ryu & Jiujitsu are a beautiful match for real and effective self defense! We focus on training the Body, the mind, and  Self - Defense.  We bring together the stand up striking art with a Kata (form) based system designed to be practical and potent for self-defense  mingled with the most effective ground game.  All our programs are purposeful in developing the heart, mind, and character of a person along side the combatives.

Uechi Ryu & the SOWA Combatives system is the core foundation of what is taught but we include multiple disciplines into what we do at the School of Warrior Arts: Boxing, Jiu jitsu,  Kick Boxing, & Weapons.

 

4 Weeks of Awesome Training!

We are so confident that you are going to love working with us and being apart of the SOWA Tribe!! Join us for our 4 week special trial...

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Karate tuition begins with 2 private introductory scheduled lessons with Instructor, Josiah Armstrong or Susan Michelson. All classes will be held at 122 N. Lowell in Windham, NH (Windham Crossing Life Church & Community  Center) unless otherwise notified.


​Intro Program: $50 - this includes 2 private lessons, the student's Gi & belt (the white belt is earned in class), student evaluations, and fitness assessment.

We're committed to each student's development and progress in the Dojo and in life. It is recommended for each student to be in class at least 2 times a week and to practice at Home for proper progress and development.

Standard Program Costs (after the "Intro"):
$185 a month ​

 

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BONUS 1

R.A.W Resources: Tools and Resources for Personal Growth

What we do is far more than kicks and punches. We're about personal transformation and with that we provide tools and processes for development. We have an online community and training hub - R.A.W (Raise A Warrior)

BONUS 2

Bushido Bytes

The SOWA podcast providing character education and more to empower you and your family to grow in faith, character, and leadership.

 

BONUS 3

Community of like minded Amazing people, Special events,  & Access to Master martial artists through our association with the Uechi Ryu Botukukai

 https://www.uechiryubutokukai.com

BONUS 4

Keep your eye out for the SOWA Celebration festive, fun, and joy-filled events! 

You can also book us to host or run your party!

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It’s s never too late to start and there's never a better time! Embrace the journey and enjoy the rewards of training!

Meet Your instructors!

Mr Josiah Armstrong & Mrs Susan Michelson

I am the founder of Forerunner Fitness, School of Warrior Arts, and I serve on the senior leadership team of The Crossing Life Church in Windham, NH. I love the martial arts for many reasons, but I love people more.  My goal is to add value to your life and empower you through the martial arts.  I truly see our training and methodology as holistic education for life.  Everything you learn on the mats will be applicable for life, whether you're 4 years old or 60 years old.  We train the Body, but more than that we train the heart and the mind!

I am presently a 5th degree Black Belt in Uechi Ryu and proficient in various other arts that are incorporated into the school. I am also a Certified Personal Trainer, Holistic Wellness Coach, & John Maxwell Certified speaker, trainer, coach.
       I live in Manchester, NH with my wife, Crystal, and five children, Jubilee, Asher, Legacy, Jasper, and Gabriel.

I am Mr Armstrong's senior student and Assistant Instructor.  With a brief introduction to martial arts in early adulthood, I am very thankful to have found SOWA at this season of life as it's been a tool to push me forward in every way of my life.  Studying a martial art has facilitated many of my passions to work cohesively together: mentoring, equipping, and empowering students of all ages unto health in body, soul, and spirit.  I wholly believe in and carry the vision our school.  I feel very privileged and thankful for the opportunities given, for relationships discovered, and for the shoulders upon which I stand in my journey.

 

I am presently a Nidan (2nd Degree Black Belt), a local business owner with my husband, a homeschooling Mama, and part of the Crossing Life Church community leadership teams.  My family and I reside in Windham, NH.

OUR WEEKLY SCHEDULE

Private lessons to be scheduled  and monthly schedules have important dates for class changes and announcements.

MONDAYS

Private lessons

TUESDAYS

3:30-4pm - jr Youth White-Blue belts (6-8yrs)

4-5pm-  Youth All ranks

WEDNESDAY

Private lessons

THURSDAY

9:30am Teen & Adult (Uechi) -Manchester location

4-4:50pm Youth Jr All rank 

FRIDAY

4-4:45pm - Dance 

5-5:45pm - Youth ALL rank 7-12 yrs 

SATURDAY

Special seminars, Workshops, & private lessons

 

More classes will be added as necessary.

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PRIVATE TRAINING

Accelerate your growth and customize your training and development through working 1 on 1.

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Adventures. Events. Parties.

Keep your eye out for the SOWA Celebration festive, fun, and joy-filled events! 

You can also book us to host or run your party!

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