I have been a student at this dojo for almost one year and it has been an amazing experience. I feel more confident and am more physically active, plus the other students are very friendly and it feels like a family there. The instructor, Sensei Michael Coleman, is a fantastic teacher. He is patient and his years of wisdom are quickly revealed as your work through techniques that help you defend your mind and body. Not only can you learn unarmed techniques, but you can also attend the weapons class as well as the chinese martial arts. Which may be a little confusing because we primarily learn Japanese martial arts, but there is a history that one of our Grandmasters was honored with learning and sharing these techniques that have been incorporated and allowed to be taught at our dojo. When it comes to martial arts and self-defense, I think this is a fantastic place to learn and something you should check out! read more

The art and disciplines taught at the Futen Dojo have changed my life in so many beautiful ways. Of course, I feel more confident that I could defend myself if needed. But above that, I feel stronger as a human being. The instructors are such incredible people and inspire me every time I step into the dojo. read more

Excellent dojo and instructors. I highly recommend. Besides teaching traditional martial arts, there is a lot of Japanese culture that is taught which makes it extra interesting. read more

Futen Dojo - This is me when I received my black belt. - Martial Arts Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Student of a few years now, this dojo has a very traditional setting, and follows a lot of Japanese etiquette. Instructors are kind, and dedicated to martial arts. read more

A fraud school. One star only because it is the lowest rating possible. I visited the school and had the displeasure of observing a class. The class consisted of students that have studied ninpo for the past 5 years. They could not perform basic wrist locks nor strikes. I asked the instructor Michelle Coleman about it and he dismissively stated, " they are at their own level". If I was them, I would ask for a refund.Coleman cannot teach proper basics, so why bother paying for his overpriced classes? Paying for lessons here would make as much sense as seeing a medieval knight wearing a watch. Speaking of which.... The school is an anachronism. It boasts a samurai armor piece, yet claims to teach the way of the ninja. LOL! Historically, these groups were enemies to each other and real ninja teachings are not conducted in commercial schools. Real ninjas do not brag about themselves or their abilities as Coleman attempted to do to me. He bragged that he could "take me", it was so sad that he feels the need to feed his fragile, superficial ego. I was not impressed nor intimidated by him. Nor, was I going to be taken advantage of by such a buffoon. I know what to look for in a great martial arts school. In fact, I hold black belts in five styles and am a former champion at both the regional and national levels. Loud mouths like Coleman come a dime a dozen and only soil the martial arts with their vanity and materialism. Do yourselves a favor and avoid this scam dojo. You will save yourself time and money. No reason to contribute to the delusions of this school's "sensei". There are many other schools with qualified instructors willing to teach you real, not imaginary martial arts. Don't waste the trip to this joke of a school. The school's website plainly shows it for the joke it is. From the headline, that "true jujutsu is not about competition" to the ultra lame bio of the instructor Michelle Coleman which exaggerates his background and includes a cringe photo of him aggressively staring at the photographer while crossing his little arms there is no doubt that this place is a disgrace. The instructor should get it through his small, arrogant mind that he is not Japanese and should not pretend to be so by pretending to teach Japanese arts. He only diminishes their reputation through his behavior and antics. Avoid this place at all costs. It is only worth a laugh to check it out. read more

My freshman year of college I decided I wanted to do martial arts to get in shape. I was recommended to the Futen Dojo by a friend and it definitely was a good choice. It is a very small dojo so you get a lot of attention and always a personalized plan. They teach three types of Japanese martial arts; Jujutsu, Ninpo, and Koyru Karate. Each one has its own completely different style and the instructors help you choose the one that is right for you. The best part of the dojo has to be Coleman Sensei, the owner. He is very respectful, very professional, and very friendly. He gets to know everyone personally and will have a chat with you anytime you want. There also trips to Japan to train with the grandmaster for a week which I have sadly not been able to go to. I originally went to study weapons just for fun, but got more into the rest of the martial arts. I also became very impressed with the rest of the teachings of Coleman Sensei about living life. He is very respectful of everyone's opinions and as such a lot of people wish to talk all session, sometimes it does happen, but sensei will get us right back on track. All in all, this dojo can improve your life in many ways. read more

I don't normally write negative reviews but after my experience with Futen Dojo I felt that was all I could do. I purchased a gift card for my husband. The owner of Futen Dojo was very helpful, returning all phone calls and emails. The week after I purchased I found out my husband was being relocated and obviously unable to use the gift card. I contacted Michael, the owner who I purchased the gift card from to let him know the situation and if it was possible to return or sell (at a discount) to another customer who may use it. I, as a business owner myself, know this is not a normal occurrence but thought due to the circumstance they may understand. Michael said he would look into it and let me know. Here we are 4 months later and Michael won't return any of my follow up emails or calls. I am writing NOT because I did not get a refund but due to the fact that Michael returned every email and call when I was going to purchase but when it came down to customer service in the follow up it was nonexistent. I would NOT go here because they seem to only care about the sell and not the actual customer. read more