Established in 1995
Providing Authenticity and Achieving Excellence in Martial Arts

Taster sessions are available for all our classes.

Poon Dojo School of Martial Arts Excellence (PDSMAE) is a Classical Martial Arts School based within the heart of East London, Stratford (Host city for the London 2012 Olympic Games). Established in the mid nineties to preserve and continue the tradition of the Martial Arts; (JDIATCC) Tai Chi and Karate in Stratford.

Poon Dojo was formed to provide high quality teaching by professionals to all students irrespective of gender, race, creed etc. in a safe and welcoming environment. A non profit organisation which is student centred therefore accommodating the needs of the individual. We believe in working in partnership with parents therefore place great emphasis in reinforcing family values. As a Classical School we hold high the traditions of the Martial Arts which includes: respect, self discipline, etiquette etc.

All teachers of Poon Dojo are fully qualified and are CRB checked, (the Dojo is also an affiliated member of ACMA - Association of Classical Martial Arts and JDIATCC International Tai Chi Organisation Poon Dojo is authorised and commissioned to provide a recognised 'coaching programme' to all PDSMAE Teachers. All Teachers receive CPD on a regular basis to ensure that standards are maintained. The make up of teachers and students reflect the multi diverse and International community that Poon Dojo is part of.

Poon Dojo is actively engaged in research which ensures the most up to date and innovative practice yet upholding the tradition of the Martial Arts which can be traced back to the 18th century.

Please click on the following link for a copy of our Induction handbook:Poon Dojo - Induction Handbook