About School of Martial Arts
The School of Martial Arts is a discipline-focused institution that offers more than just martial arts training. Led by Sifu Brown, a seasoned martial artist with over 40 years of experience, the school emphasizes personal growth, self-control, and self-defense techniques. Students of all skill levels, ages, and backgrounds can benefit from Sifu Brown's unique teaching approach, which focuses on developing individuals to be their best selves. With a focus on discipline, hard work, and practice, the school helps students build confidence and achieve their full potential. The school's supportive environment and experienced instructors make it an ideal place for individuals to learn and improve, both physically and mentally.
I have gone here for several years and I just have so much appreciation for how much this place has developed my character and Sifu Brown is one of the best teachers you could ever ask for.
Somewhere between the peeling layers of old Detroit grit and the ghost-fumes of Motor City madness, there exists a strange oasis of clarity and purpose. Not a church. Not a gym. A dojo—but that word doesn’t quite do it justice. No, this is more like a temple disguised as a storefront, filled with strange and beautiful violence, discipline, and the haunting sound of truth being struck into flesh.
I arrived in Berkeley, Michigan, with a head full of curiosity and the quiet, buzzing hunger only a fellow martial artist can understand. I’d heard whispers—deep rumbles from far corners of the map—about this place. The School of Martial Arts. Nothing flashy....read full review
I'm an adult now but when I was a teenager sifu brown would always spar with me and a couple others. Please bring your kids here as this was the best discipline and self control I ever received. Misses Donnahu was a gem as well. I'm 32 and to this day I hold the values of this school.