History
Chief instructor Hanshi Rudy Crosswell founded the Arizona Budokan in 1973, setting up his first Valley dojo on Mill Avenue in the heart of Tempe. For nearly four decades, the Arizona Budokan has hosted world-class martial arts masters from Japan and around the world, making it one of the oldest and most distinguished martial arts training facilities in the Southwest. With its focus on rich, detailed instruction of traditional budo arts, the Arizona Budokan continues to be the dojo of choice for serious practitioners both locally and worldwide.
Specialties
We are one of the oldest and most highly respected traditional martial arts dojos in the Southwest, led by one of the top Shito-ryu karate and Okinawan weapons masters in the world. We offer serious traditional martial arts backed by intact lineages and a dedicated instructor team with over 170 years of collective martial arts experience. Kids, adults, and seniors are welcome. All students have access to karate, weapons, and Japanese sword classes, each complete with an extensive traditional curriculum plus practical application and self-defense strategies. Come see the difference that quality and commitment make at this unique and prestigious martial arts dojo.