I truly desire to achieve skill, the ability to receive my black-belt for mastering techniques and the art. I also hope, by that time my training in Japanese language will also improve. In my desire I'd be able to achieve these goals faster but in reality I know my circumstances cause me to take it slow.

However, I prefer to move slowly and achieve my goals and do it properly, than to either give up or not qualify to even have a chance. North star Ju Jitsu has been a blessing to find, for it has been so enjoyable. With my last few years of extreme challenges and health issues, I have found myself feeling stronger inside, knowing that slowly, I am able to take steps forward.

Along with dance (middle eastern dance) taking the classes here have also boosted my confidence. As a solo-mother I found it difficult to make time for myself. Now that my son is two, I actually find him watching me train and trying copy me and the class on screen in the Ju Jitsu sessions! -Ren-

Andy is the founder and head of Northstar Ju Jitsu. He has spent over 40 years, training, competing and researching all aspects of martial arts and personal well being worldwide. He is passionate about teaching martial arts as a legitimate path to understanding oneself and helping his students to see the link between training in the dojo and living a courageous life.

Andy has established a network of like minded senior students that have gone onto teach Northstar Ju Jitsu with in their own dojo's making NSJJ accessable through out Sydney and Perth. He has also written and recorded a thorough online Northstar Jujitsu  Academy that adds a new dimension to the quality of how martial is taught and allows Northstar Ju Jitsu to be studied anywhere is the world.

The  author of Stand Tall and Ancient traditions Modern Warrior and several ebooks, and a prolific blog writer, Andy presents an education on a multitude of topics related to martial arts and life. Above all else, Andy finds his greatest inspiration teaching all levels of students at his beautiful dojo in the heart of Sydney's inner west. His method of teaching is fun and he inspires the students to do their best by motivating at all times in a positive way.

For information on how to become a Northstar Ju Jitsu trainer in your own community and help spread the art of peace. email admin@northstarmartialarts.com.au

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