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Muzosa Bujinkan Dojo of NYC

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About

Muzosa Bujinkan Dojo of NYC offers training in mixed martial arts and judo under the guidance of highly experienced instructors. Head instructor Jeff Christian holds a 15th degree black belt and Daishihan title, bringing nearly 40 years of experience to the dojo, while senior instructors Naim Brown, Alex Phinn, and Edwin Sostre all hold 5th degree black belts. The teaching approach emphasizes fundamental breakdowns of Japanese martial arts with strong ties to the Hombu dojo in Japan, ensuring authentic instruction in ninjutsu and other disciplines. Members consistently describe the training quality as excellent, with instructors who are dedicated to both skill development and student safety.

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Members consistently praise the excellent quality of training and the instructors' dedication to both skill development and student safety. Reviewers describe a warm, family-like atmosphere where students feel supported inside and outside the dojo, with Jeff Christian and other instructors providing hands-on attention to all skill levels. Specific compliments highlight Jeff Christian's nearly 40 years of experience, his ability to break down fundamentals effectively, and his sense of humor. Many members report that training here has helped them not just with self-defense but with overall health, focus, and discipline.

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Edwin Sostre

a year ago

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I have been a part of this Dojo for 19 years now. The quality of training and dedication to the students is excellent. Jeff Christian is a dedicated and extremely qualifies instructor who cares about his students. Not only about their training, but their safety as well. He maintains an atmosphere of collaboration and learning by nurturing a family feeling in the dojo. He is assisted by his capable assistant instructors who oversee junior members, helping them with their training needs. I highly recommend Bujinkan Muzosa Dojo if you're looking to start your journey in Japanese martial arts.

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Max Amitin

2 years ago

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Hands down one of the best Bujinkan schools around. Jeff brings nearly 40 years of experience to the table and is able to breakdown the fundamentals of this art in a way I never saw before. They have strong ties to Hombu dojo in japan in keeping with how the art is taught there. I've been training here for six years and I felt like part of family of people who will always be there me inside and outside of the dojo. Jeff is very hands on with all students of all levels and is never shy to help out.

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Kristin Spix

a year ago

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My two boys, now 8 and 13, have been training with Jeff and Loren at Muzosa Bujinkan Dojo since 2021 and it remains one of their favorite activities — something they look forward to every week. In addition to growing in strength and skill mastery, the boys have flourished in Muzosa’s warm and encouraging community. Jeff and Loren go out of their way to ensure that every student feels welcome, and they bring a wonderful sense of play and ease to their practice. We are grateful to have such a wonderful program here in the neighborhood and I recommend it wholeheartedly!

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George Afutu Jr.

2 years ago

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I visited this Dojo twice before when they were located in Chinatown, and the Martial Arts I viewed by their Instructors was breath-taking to say the least! Join if you want to learn real, authentic Ninjutsu!

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Rōnin

2 years ago

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Jeff is a great instructor. I used to attend in the early 2000’s when he taught near Canal St. he’s not just a knowledgeable instructor he has a great sense of humor and has a tight knit community of dedicated Sensei and Sempai. The skills he taught me have helped me through my life not just in self defense, but overall health, focus and discipline. I hope his school continues to thrive he deserves all of his success! Sincerely, Ryan, The guy from Staten Island.

Contact

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551 Fort Washington Ave, New York, NY 10034, USA

languagemuzosa.com

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Monday: Closed

Tuesday: 4:00 – 9:00 PM

Wednesday: 7:00 – 9:00 PM

Thursday: Closed

Friday: Closed

Saturday: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Sunday: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

groupCoaches & Instructors

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Jeff Christian

Head Instructor

15th degree black belt (ju-godan), Daishihan

Began training in 1983 under Stephen Hayes. Started Muzosa Dojo in NYC in 1994. Received ju-godan in 2009 and daishihan title in 2018.

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Naim Brown

Senior Instructor

5th degree black belt (godan)

Began training in 2001, passed godan test in 2014. In charge of Muzosa classes in the Bronx.

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Alex Phinn

Senior Instructor

5th degree black belt (godan)

Began training at Muzosa in 2005, passed godan test in 2014. Teaches Muzosa classes in Brooklyn.

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Edwin Sostre

Senior Instructor

5th degree black belt (godan)

Began training in 1983. Joined Muzosa in 2005, promoted to godan in 2020. Currently teaches in the Pittsburgh area.

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Mark Albanese

Instructor

3rd degree black belt (sandan)

Began training in 2008 at Muzosa and received his sandan in Japan in 2020.

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Loren

Instructor

Mentioned as an instructor training students alongside Jeff Christian in a testimonial.