Cormier’s Self Defense Academy

Specialties

Cormier’s Self Defense Academy specializes in karate, jujitsu, judo, and teen/​adult self defense training that nurtures strong character and self-​confidence.

Our martial arts classes were voted «Best Martial Arts Class around Boston» in the Boston Parents Paper 2014 Family Favorite Awards and «Top 5 Martial Arts Classes in Massachusetts» in Boston Parents Paper’s 2015 Family Favorite Awards.

We welcome you to learn more about our martial arts programs and contact us to arrange your complimentary martial arts lesson:

Adult, Teen, and Kids Karate Classes

Adult, Teen, and Kids Jujitsu Classes

Adult, Teen, and Kids Judo Classes

Teen and Adult Self Defense Classes

Whether a beginner or experienced, an adult, teen, or child, Cormier’s martial arts students learn in a comfortable, safe, supportive, and very friendly environment. Here, everyone here is a member of a great dojo family.

History

Established in 1987.

Since opening this martial arts dojo in 1987, Jim Cormier’s goal has been to offer martial arts programs that fit the needs of children, teens and adults of all ages in a safe, fun, and rewarding learning environment.

Personally teaching every karate and jujitsu class, Jim has trained hundreds of adults and children in his jujitsu and karate programs and has promoted numerous black belts.

Meet the Business Owner

Jim C.

Business Owner

«What I like most about my work is teaching and enriching the lives of kids and adults at every level with valuable life skills.»

As the Master Instructor, Shihan Jim Cormier holds a 7^th degree black belt in Okinawan Goju ryu Karate, a 4^th degree black belt in Yoshitsune Jujitsua, a 3^rd degree black belt in Hakkoryu Jujitsu, and a 3^rd Degree Black Belt in Hakko Denshin Ryu Jujutsu.

Over the years, Jim has given many self defense seminars and demonstrations to schools and universities, sports teams, businesses, adult education classes, and nonprofit organizations such as the Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, and women’s groups.

Jim has been a guest instructor and an assistant guest instructor at other martial arts schools throughout New England. In addition, he has been welcomed by police departments for advanced self defense training and weapons tactics.

«My greatest success has been to help my students overcome their fears and develop a sense of self.»