Oni Dojo Martial Arts

08/29/2026

08/25/2026

Ian (Tao of Peace) and Cat (Oni Dojo) both received their Completion of the Art rank in Taboada Balintawak from Grandmaster Bobby Taboada himself. As they continue with their training, they progress not only their own skills, but also the art as a whole.

This achievement speaks to their dedication and hard work, and is worthy of great applause!

Huge thank you to Grandmaster Bobby and to all the FQIs who participated in the testing process and supported Ian and Cat 😁

Ian Alexander Cat Swytink-Binnema Tao of Peace Bobby Taboada Kathy Zen JDGS Filipino Kombative Arts Peter Mitchell grmles Cindy Lum

08/06/2026

Stay posted! Our new dojo space is almost ready 😁

08/05/2026

Still a lot of organizing to do, but the dojo has moved! Can't wait to show you the space when it's all ready 😁 Make sure you have our new address for when you come check out a class 😜 It's now 125 29 Ave NW!

08/02/2026

What can I say, sometimes martial arts are confusing 🤷

We're really grateful for the opportunity to participate in Sport Calgary 's program! Hopefully you'll see us there again sometime soon.... 👀

07/27/2026

The dojo is moving! Stay tuned for the new location and new dojo set up!

(Last picture is a sneak peek of the new space!)

07/23/2026

Also happening this Saturday: We're teaching a free, all-ages martial arts class at the Genesis Centre

This event is part of Sport Calgary's "All Sport One Community" initiative that aims to bring inclusive and accessible opportunities to Calgary communities. Learn more about their work here: https://sportcalgary.ca/events/all-sport-one-community/

You can find additional details on the Genesis Centre's website: https://genesis-centre.ca/events-calendar/ =2026-07-23

07/23/2026

We're looking forward to our classes in Diamond Valley THIS SATURDAY and we hope to see you there 😁

Important note: The morning class has been cancelled, but fear not! There are still classes in the afternoon.

07/22/2026

We had a short (but packed!) trip to Toronto last month to attend a Taboada Balintawak seminar, and for Ian and Cat to test for their Completion of the Art rank.

We trained all day Thursday with Stick Fighting Toronto, at the Monkey Vault, and we were able to work with not only three Fully Qualified Instructors, but also many of SFT's students. Massive thank you to Glen Morales, Cindy Lum, and especially Peter Mitchell for all the help and guidance as we added in those final few tweaks before testing day (and for putting up with the intense heat!)

Then, on Friday and Saturday, we learned directly from Bobby Taboada, and worked with martial artists from across Canada and beyond. Everyone moves differently, and so some of the best (and most difficult!) learning happens when you get a chance to train with lots of different people!

Oni Dojo reps and photo creds: Elijha NG Harding, Ian Parsneau, and Cat Swytink-Binnema

07/16/2026

Join us on July 25 for free martial arts classes at the Sheep River Library in Diamond Valley! Here are a few pictures from last weekend's classes, to convince you how fun and cool and awesome it will be 😎

More details can be found on our website: https://www.onimartialarts.com/events