Zanshin Ithaca

Zanshin Martial Arts


Whatever your fitness level, martial arts is a fun and challenging way to

  • build strength
  • coordination
  • awareness
  • self-control
  • respect
  • self-confidence

At Zanshin Ithaca Dojo you are part of centuries of tradition in the practice of Okinawan karate, Japanese jiu-jutsu, aiki-jutsu, and kobudo. Classes are a mix of indoors and outdoors based at EcoVillage Ithaca.

Interested in trying a free class?

Accepting new students for 2026!
With upfront sliding scale and scholarship options.

Call or text 607-339-2992

Style

Hayabusa Martial Arts was founded by Hanshi Judith Steigler with a focus on excellence, respect, self-defense, confidence, and a systematic approach to learning. In addition to traditional Okinawan karate, Hayabusa incorporates ju-jutsu (throwing), aiki-jutsu (pressure points and joint locks) as well as weapons training. For more information see www.hayabusamartialarts.com

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Instructor

Sensei James Entwood is a ninth-degree black belt in Hayabusa Martial Arts. Combining the traditions of martial arts training with a Masters in Leadership Studies, Sensei Entwood works with students to develop physical, mental, and ethical fitness. He started teaching as a black belt in 1999 and founded the Zanshin Ithaca Dojo in 2014.

Schedule

Youth Classes

Beginner: Thr 4:30-5:30PM (TREE Common House)

Adult Classes (ages 12+)

Tue 5:30-7:00PM (FROG Common House)
Thr 5:30-7:00PM (TREE Common House)

Location – EcoVillage Ithaca

Google Maps

To get to EcoVillage, heading West on 79 from Ithaca you go about 2 miles from downtown. After passing West Haven Road turn left on Rachel Carson Way. Follow the main dirt road. In 1/2 mile you come to an art studio with a cupola and stay right. Continue ahead and you’ll come to a circle and on the other side of the circle there is parking.

TREE Common House

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The dojo in the TREE Common House is in the Multipurpose Room which is on the first floor adjacent to the dining area.

FROG Common House

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The dojo in the FROG Common House is in the Mat Room. Once inside go ahead to the stairs, down one floor, and to the right.