The Budo Academy LLC
About
The Budo Academy LLC offers training in MMA and karate, but has developed particular recognition for its comprehensive Japanese sword arts programs including Iaido, Kenjutsu, and Kempo. The academy provides both in-person training at its Providence location and a well-regarded distance learning program, making its instruction accessible to students locally and internationally. Instructors are described as highly trained professionals who create a supportive environment that feels like a budo family, with camaraderie among students that helps maintain motivation.
reviewsWhat Members Say
Members consistently praise Sensei Tom's excellent communication skills and clear teaching methods, with particular appreciation for how he explains technical aspects while providing historical context. Online students highlight the high-quality video lessons that effectively break down techniques for remote learning, noting that even non-native English speakers can understand the instruction well. Reviewers describe a welcoming, family-like atmosphere with supportive camaraderie among students and professional yet approachable instructors. Several members mention significant improvements in their quality of life through training, with special recognition for how the program accommodates students of all ages and experience levels.
rate_reviewGoogle Reviews (5)
Andre
4 years ago
I’ve only been with the group remotely for a few weeks, but they are excellent. The moment I started, I received a personalized welcome message from Tom and any questions I had about starting out he answered quickly and it was extremely helpful. The videos break down the steps of Iaido in a clear and concise manner, and they explain the reasons behind each step as well. I highly recommend RI Budo.
Bill Croninger
2 years ago
I initially reviewed the Budo Academy a year after beginning to train Iaido in the distance program. Now after working with Sensei Tom and his students for three years I continue to have nothing but praise: he is a masterful communicator, always professional but with the ability to laugh. The quality of the instruction both in the dojo and via distance program is superb. I would also like to add that, at 75 making me one of the older students, I have found this martial art and the way it is taught to have had a tremendous increase in my own quality of life. Highly recommended.
shlomo bauer
4 years ago
I am an on-line student. The video's are great! Tom is a most excellent Sensei & Instructor. If you're looking to learn sword arts and you join this school, you will quickly learn that Tom's program is excellent - he provides overviews, perspectives, historical anecdotes and at least to me, most important, is that he talks through the technical aspects of the waza's.
Erik Mikkelsen
3 years ago
The place to train in Iaido, Kenjutsu, & Kempo in Southern New England. Instructors are highly trained and the comradely of the other students keep you motivated. This is truly a budo family.
Nicole
4 years ago
From Germany I found this Dojo because I was looking for online Lessons for Iaido. I have started a student Level three months ago and I am so glad my choice was this Dojo and its Sensei Tom. As a beginner I am proud to have him as my teacher. He explains everything very clearly. So that someone who's mother language is not english can understand vey well. The trustful environment of Tom's online program has totaly convinced me. His videos are perfect for me to learn Iaido. I am very satisfied at this point of state and even more motivated to practice this wonderful martial art. And I'll always remember to keep an eye on my "center, balance and pressure" :) thank you
Contact
545 Pawtucket Ave Box 202, Pawtucket, RI 02860, USA
scheduleHours
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 6:30 – 9:00 PM
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: Closed
Friday: Closed
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: 9:00 – 10:30 AM