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Nokado School Of Self Defense Is The Premier Martial Art Center In Kings Park
Jiu Jitsu Self Defense Classes For Children, Teens & Adults Age 4 & Up
It’s our goal to help you develop discipline, self-esteem, focus, physical fitness and, of course, your ability to defend yourself through the traditional Japanese martial art of Jiu Jitsu.
The Nokado School of Self Defense was opened on April 2nd, 1979. Since then, our school has been open in the same Main Street location, teaching martial arts to thousands of children and adults from the Kings Park, Fort Salonga and surrounding communities.
The Owner and Head Instructor of the Nokado School of Self Defense is Michael Saltzman, Shihan (Shihan means Master Instructor). He has been training in the Martial Arts of Jiu Jitsu since 2000 and holds the rank of fifth degree black belt. Shihan Mike trained under Soke John Olshlager for over 22 years and took over as head instructor in 2022.
The Founder of the Nokado School of Self Defense is John Olshlager, Soke (Soke means head of the system.) He has been training in the Martial Arts of Jiu Jitsu since 1976 and holds the rank of tenth degree black belt. Soke "O", as the students call him, has trained all over the world with some of the most prestigious martial artists in the style of Jiu Jitsu.
The Owner and Head Instructor of the Nokado School of Self Defense is Michael Saltzman, Shihan (Shihan means Master Instructor). He has been training in the Martial Arts of Jiu Jitsu since 2000 and holds the rank of fifth degree black belt. Shihan Mike trained under Soke John Olshlager for over 22 years and took over as head instructor in 2022.
The Founder of the Nokado School of Self Defense is John Olshlager, Soke (Soke means head of the system.) He has been training in the Martial Arts of Jiu Jitsu since 1976 and holds the rank of tenth degree black belt. Soke "O", as the students call him, has trained all over the world with some of the most prestigious martial artists in the style of Jiu Jitsu.
The training at the Nokado School of Self Defense focuses on developing the following; discipline, confidence, self-esteem, the ability to focus, fitness, and self defense.
Our philosophy is to walk away from a fight whenever possible. If forced into a confrontation, a student has the option of defending themselves one of three ways; the hard style of block, punch and kick, the middle style of intercepting the attack and placing the opponent in a wristlock or submission hold, or the soft style of avoiding the confrontation either verbally or physically.
As a traditional dojo (school), The Nokado School of Self Defense follows all of the traditional practices of formal Japanese Jiu Jitsu schools. Respect at the Nokado School of Self Defense is earned, not given.
We invite you or your child to enjoy TWO FREE WEEKS of classes by tappingclicking the button below, so you can experience the benefits of training at Nokado first-hand.
Our Members Love Us - Their Words Not Ours...
My child is a member and we are having a wonderful experience with Shihan Mike and the teaching staff...
They are extremely welcoming, kind to new-comers, and clearly care about each member. Shihan has been a great coach and provides feedback often, helping my child learn very quickly. I appreciate how he balances connecting with the kids, coaching on the skills, and teaching them important principles like listening, following direction, etc. I highly recommend Nokado and feel fortunate to have such a great place in our community!
Lisa Y.
March 2026
If you’re looking for a dojo for your child to grow in mind, body and spirit then this is the place...
My son has been studying Jiu Jitsu here for almost 3 years. He has grown so much physically, mentally and socially. The instructors care about the craft they teach and about each student. The Nokado environment is like no other dojo in the area (and trust me we tried a few before landing here and knowing this was the place).
Laura P. 2025
Our Programs
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Children - Ages 4 to 12
Our Children’s Program
can change your child’s life. They’ll develop confidence, self-esteem and respect to last a lifetime.
Our Children’s Program can change your child’s life. They’ll develop confidence, self-esteem and respect to last a lifetime.
Teens - Ages 13 to 17
Our Teen Program
teaches teens to be unstoppable, while they learn respect, focus, discipline and good
fitness habits.
Our Teen Program teaches teens to be unstoppable, while they learn respect, focus, discipline and good fitness habits.
Adults - Ages 18 & Up
Our Adult Program
will help you get fit and build core strength while you learn proven, practical self defense techniques that work!
Our Adult Program will help you get fit and build core strength while you learn proven, practical self defense techniques that work!
Are you ready to transform your body, sharpen your mind, and master real-world self-defense skills? Do you want to empower your child with the tools they need for real world success? Then join our growing family at Nokado School of Self Defense in Kings Park. New classes are forming now!
We welcome all new students and their families with an open heart full of energy and spirit that is flowing in "The Nokado School."
PS... If you're interested in Martial Arts, Karate, Self Defense, Jiu Jitsu, Grappling, Women’s Self Defense, Bully Prevention, Weight Loss, or Fitness, and live in or near any of these areas...
- Kings Park
- Commack
- Hauppauge
- Fort Salonga
- East Northport
- Asharoken
- Nissequogue
- St James
- Smithtown
- Elwood
- Greenlawn
- Centerport
...you are close enough to train at our martial arts school! We invite you, your family or friends to come in for a free tour of our studio and a free trial lesson (*new students only)
