Center of Defensive Arts

04/19/2026

We had an excellent camp this weekend and appreciate all the support. See you next year.

03/30/2026

02/16/2026

The Small Circle Jujitsu seminar will be here before you know it. Don’t miss this opportunity to train with some of the world’s best Small Circle Jujitsu instructors. We are anticipating another great turnout, and we appreciate all the support from other martial arts schools.

A QR code has been added to the flyer for your convenience, or go to smallcirclejujitsu.com and click on the St. Louis seminar. From there, click on “pre-registration.”

02/02/2026

This year we are encouraging all attendees of the Small Circle Jujitsu seminar on April 18 to register and pay online at smallcirclejujitsu.com. Payment at the door is also still accepted. If you have any questions, please contact Tim Raftery at 314-503-2102.

01/25/2026

Martial Arts & Tactical Solutions proudly recommends and endorses this outstanding training opportunity.

We’re excited to support the 8th Annual Small Circle Jujitsu Seminar, hosted by Tim Raftery and the Center of Defensive Arts, featuring Professor Leon Jay along with special guest instructors. This seminar brings together high-level instruction, practical application, and a strong martial arts community.

This event is open to all styles and ranks, making it a great opportunity to sharpen your skills, deepen your understanding of Small Circle Jujitsu, and train alongside dedicated martial artists of all backgrounds.

📅 Saturday, April 18, 2026
⏰ 12:00–4:00 PM
👶 Ages 12 & Under: 12:00–2:00 PM

💲 Cost:
• $95 if paid by April 4
• $105 after April 4 or at the door
• Ages 12 & Under (2-hour seminar): $50

📍 Location:
The LODGE / Des Peres
1050 Des Peres Road
Des Peres, MO 63131

If you’re serious about growth, technical refinement, and quality instruction, this is an event we strongly encourage you to attend.

Train smart. Train with purpose. 💪🥋

01/25/2026

Our seminar is just around the corner. We’re looking forward to seeing all of our martial arts family and friends at this event.

01/05/2026

Center of Defensive Arts is seeking a highly qualified Tai Chi instructor to provide lessons at our dojo. Please contact Tim Raftery at 314-503-2102, or email resume to [email protected].

01/02/2026

Save the date. This annual event will be here before you know it. We are accepting registrations at this time.

12/26/2025

To all our family and friends at Center of Defensive Arts, we would like to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas and blessed New Year.