Developed by Andy Dickinson Sensei, Northstar Ju Jitsu integrates modern and traditional elements of Ju Jitsu, into a holistic practice of self-defence, fitness and awareness. Take the pre-class Quiz. With excellent demonstrations, explanations of techniques for each belt level, and history of the Northstar system, the Academy is an invaluable resource to complement your martial arts journey, whether you are training at Northstar or not.
After 35 years of development, Northstar Ju Jitsu is now accessible for the first time on our on-line learning academy. A tool that you can take with you and watch and study from any device, anywhere in the world. It is a great companion to take with you on your martial arts journey. I am so excited about sharing my martial art with you.
After 35 years of development, Northstar Ju Jitsu is now accessible for the first time on our on-line learning academy. A tool that you can take with you and watch and study from any device, anywhere in the world. It is a great companion to take with you on your martial arts journey. I am so excited about sharing my martial art with you.
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Fast track your training. The Northstar Ju Jitsu Online Academy is now available to all students. Now you can learn all the great Northstar Ju Jitsu moves no matter where you are. The Academy is jam-packed with detailed explanations, photo displays and video presentations as well as information on grading, sparring and self-defence.
Stand Tall: A Journey from Boy to Man to Master features many of Andy's unique and inspiring tales of traveling the world and finding his own place within it. Andy has taught many men, women and children martial arts and believes it is the only sport that reinforces in people the self-discipline to keep going and to find the courage to stand tall and face what you fear the most.
Northstar Ju Jitsu is designed to be a practical, fun, easy to learn system that instils the fundamentals of self-defence, confidence, discipline, respect, & focus in young children. Program is specially developed for 3-4 year old children and focuses on all the things they need to grow physically, mentally and socially.
Northstar Ju Jitsu is designed to be a practical, fun, easy to learn system that instils the fundamentals of self-defence, confidence, discipline, respect, & focus in young children. The bright stars program has been specially developed for 5 to 8-year-olds as they confront wider social and physical situations in life.
The All Stars program will increase your teenager's confidence as they grow and develop. A much needed class that works to prepare the students for the transition to young adults. The All Stars program has been specially designed for 13-15 year olds as they grow and develop into young adults.
At Northstar, your teenager will be learning a combination of punches, kicks and self-defence moves developed from Taekwondo, kickboxing, Judo, Jujitsu and Karate.These forms have been combined and refined by Sensei Andy Dickinson over 38 years into the Northstar Ju Jitsu System. This will keep them fit, strong and agile and they will be training hard to achieve their next belt.
At Northstar, your teenager will be learning a combination of punches, kicks and self-defence moves developed from Taekwondo, kickboxing, Judo, Jujitsu and Karate.These forms have been combined and refined by Sensei Andy Dickinson over 38 years into the Northstar Ju Jitsu System. This will keep them fit, strong and agile and they will be training hard to achieve their next belt.
Reviews (10)
David Gamble
Jun 13, 2021
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Keith Hennessy
Aug 23, 2020
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My Son and I started here 2 months ago. It’s a great learning environment and all the instructors are very helpful. My main worry was my inexperience but all the higher belts made me feel very welcome and were eager to help me learn. Not only am I getting fitter but I’m learning a skill and changing my outlook.
Matt P.
Jun 24, 2020
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I'm a latecomer to the dojo and was initially quite apprehensive but that all ended within a few minutes of entering Northstar. Sensei and his crew of trainers are the friendliest bunch of deadly folk I've ever met :-). Having been at the dojo for almost a year now I can wholeheartedly recommend it, I learn something new and inspiring every session, in a great atmosphere which combines an appropriate seriousness and focus with genuine care for each student.
Mladen Mitic
Oct 05, 2019
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I have been training at the Balmain dojo for 2 years, my daughter for 3. All of the instructors are excellent, very helpful, friendly and the environment is great. A really good whole body exercise every time, a lot of fun and very educational. I have never done any martial arts before as I always thought it was for the more violent individuals only, however I was wrong. I love this sport now, and I would highly recommend Northstar jiujitsu to anyone looking for a great exercise, learning self-defense, self-control, discipline and improving inner peace. Well done to all in the Northstar team!
Chris Muddell
Jan 04, 2018
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Amazing art and teaching at NorthStar. For Christian and I, we have learnt the art of courage, respect and attitude together as one. Highly recommend to any and all.
- Chris Muddell
"Into a soul absolutely free
From thoughts and emotion,
Even the tiger finds no room
To insert its fierce claws
One and the same breeze passes
Over the pines on the mountain
And the oak tress in the valley;
And why do they give different notes
No thinking, no reflecting,
Perfect emptiness;
Yet therein something moves,
Following its own course
The eye sees it,
But no hand can take hold of it –
The moon
- Chris Muddell
"Into a soul absolutely free
From thoughts and emotion,
Even the tiger finds no room
To insert its fierce claws
One and the same breeze passes
Over the pines on the mountain
And the oak tress in the valley;
And why do they give different notes
No thinking, no reflecting,
Perfect emptiness;
Yet therein something moves,
Following its own course
The eye sees it,
But no hand can take hold of it –
The moon
David Trethewey
Jul 27, 2017
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We started our son as a four year old, and he has graduated through 2 age groups to now be in the Super Stars program and working toward his Junior Black Belt. The benefits go way beyond self defence. The program teaches self discipline, awareness and the value of working towards a long term goal. In fact he was enjoying it so much that, at age 51, I took it up also. Starting from a very low fitness base, I have trained in the program for 4 years and have now been awarded my own Black Belt. I am fitter, stronger and more centred than at any time my life.
Bill Bailey
Jun 15, 2017
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I've been training at Northstar Martial Arts since I was twelve and my only regret is not starting younger. It's been a great experience - great way to get fit and keep fit. I'm now an assistant sensei and the experience keeps getting better and better - the people I've met over the years are fantastic and supportive.
Andrew Blanch
Dec 03, 2014
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Northstar Martial arts is a family. I love it so much I have become a kids trainer.
I wish I started when I was a child. 40 in a few weeks I've been a Martial Artist at Northstar for approx 4 years.
I have developed my confidence, co-ordination and courage.
I have realised more calm in all I do.
Committing to my Martial Arts black belt journey is equal to my other greatest life choice. Writing my novel.
Martial Arts is a great balance for my creative writing. Physical exercise that also promotes a meditative quality.
I recommend Northstar Martial Arts to anyone. It has the Art side of Martial
I wish I started when I was a child. 40 in a few weeks I've been a Martial Artist at Northstar for approx 4 years.
I have developed my confidence, co-ordination and courage.
I have realised more calm in all I do.
Committing to my Martial Arts black belt journey is equal to my other greatest life choice. Writing my novel.
Martial Arts is a great balance for my creative writing. Physical exercise that also promotes a meditative quality.
I recommend Northstar Martial Arts to anyone. It has the Art side of Martial
Leigh McLaughlin
Sep 05, 2014
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My journey with Northstar began in 2008 and is going strong six years later. Northstar is an established, well run school with skilled and caring trainers and a consistently high quality teaching program. I recommend martial arts for anyone seeking to build fitness, confidence, strength and self awareness. Northstar offers all this plus the chance to connect with like-minded people and have a lot of fun. It doesn't matter how old you are; whether you are sporty or a sloth; whether you aspire to be the new Bruce Lee or you just want some exercise and new friends, there's something for everyone.
Darren Higgs
Aug 06, 2014
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I have been a student and instructor at Northstar Martial Arts for 13 years now, and it has not been an unlucky 13. The classes are fantastic, with world class instructors and a great bunch of students. The classes teach effective self defence, that allow you to be able to defend yourself irrespective of your body shape or age. I got incredibly fit through the classes. In saying all of this, I think the real strength is that Northstar have a wonderful community of trainers and students. I keep showing up to training because it is fun to train and learn with everybody. I can quite easily see myself
