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About WA Dojo

The goal of WA Dojo is to connect you to your mind, body, and breath through movement. The martial arts have done wonders for so many. They teach you discipline, integrity, pride, and how to be centered. Take the first step on your journey towards discovering your inner warrior.

Meet the Team

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Jody

Co-founder / Martial Arts Master

Black Belts
  • Japanese Karate Do

  • Southern Shaolin Kung Fu

  • French Kickboxing (Savate)

  • ISKA Kickbox Competitor 1990-1992

  • Youth Golden Glove Boxer

Education

  • International Sports Science Association certified

  • Kettlebell / Russian strength training certified

  • International Fitness Professional Association certified

  • AFAA certified

Experience

  • Martial arts training (1980 - present)

  • Tai Chi / Qigong practice (1980 - present)

  • Youth mentor programs (1989 - present)

  • Seattle Schools contractor (2023 - present)

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Signe

Co-founder / Martial Arts Instructor

Martial Arts Experience
  • Black belt certified French kickboxing (Savate)

  • Belt test administrator​

  • Self-defense instructor

  • Tai chi instructor

Education
  • General Assembly UX Design Immersive Certificate (Apr 2020)

  • University of Washington B.S. Oceanography (Aug 2019)

Experience
  • User experience / web / graphic design (2020 - present)

  • Shuffle dance (2017 - present)

  • Salsa (2022 - present)

  • Martial arts training (2023 - present)

  • Martial arts instructor (2023 - present)

  • Creative director / event organizer for local shuffle dance crew putting on community events  (2024 - present)

  • USAPL powerlifting competitor (Ladies of Iron meet, 2024)

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