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Old School Martial Arts

Traditional Martial Arts for Today's World

Welcome

We teach to Traditional Martial Arts in a modern society. Much of our training focuses on how traditional Martial Arts can apply to today.

This dojo is located inside of Ludwig Sensei's home. Our classes are small and personalized.

We teach a variety of Traditional Martial Arts including Kosho Ryu Kempo, Chi Ling Pai Kung Fu, Escrima and
Bujinkan Budo Taijutsu

Old School Martial Arts is a proud member of the Martial Arts Collective Society, an organization founded to help preserve all
​Martial Arts.

Our Kosho Ryu Kempo is an official school in the Sei Kosho Shorei Kai International
Our Chi Ling Pai is sanctioned by the Chi Ling Pai Gung Fu Association 

Special Event!  Koto Ryu Koppojutsu

Saturday May 24th, 2025
Chuden and Hekito Gata
With Sean Askew

Saturday May 24th, 2025
Schedule:
9:00 - 10am    Registration
10:00-12pm    Session 1
12:00 - 1pm    Lunch Break and Group Photo
1:00-2:30pm   Session 2
2:30-3:00pm   Break
3:00-4:30pm   Session 3
Cost:
​$80 USD Early Bird Registration closed April 26th
$90 USD if Registered by May 17th
$100 USD at the door
Any Instructor bringing 4 or more students get a discount. Please Contact Us for Details

Students from all styles are welcome!
Location:
American Legion Post 80
4000 Saratoga Ave
Downers Grove, IL 60515
What to Bring:
Wooden Tanto, Bokken, Rubber Shruiken, Rubber Shuko. 
(We will have extra equipment if you need it)
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Online registration is open for the Koto Ryu Koppojutsu seminar with Sean Askew! Get your early bird discount in while you can.

Exclusive: Understanding Mitose's What is Self Defense Online Course

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“This is an amazing course! A must for ALL Kempo/Kenpo students!”

“Sensei Ludwig is an extraordinary teacher of the Arts, his passion and vast knowledge of different systems brings a unique perspective to his approach to training. YOU WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED”
Sign Up Today!
Contact Jon Ludwig for Additional Details

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NEW dojo LOCATION IN FEBRUARY 2025! 5604 Carpenter St. Downers Grove, IL 60516    [email protected]     630.918.9789

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