Business Details
27 Years
experience
Expert Martial Arts Training in Portsmouth
Established in 1999, Jason Boh's School Of Martial Arts has been dedicated to delivering comprehensive martial arts training rooted in authentic lineages. Founded by Jason Boh, a certified instructor under Guro Dan Inosanto, the school preserves the teachings of Bruce Lee's Jeet Kune Do while integrating Filipino Martial Arts, Thai Boxing, Silat, and grappling techniques. With a structured curriculum spanning beginner to advanced phases, the school emphasizes physical fitness, mental discipline, and character development.Our team of certified instructors, trained under rigorous standards, delivers personalized tuition for individuals and groups. Regular workshops with global martial arts experts ensure continuous learning. The school's philosophy centers on integrity, humility, and respect, creating a supportive environment for students aged five and above to develop confidence and practical self-defence skills.
Services
Jeet Kune Do
Filipino Martial Arts
Thai Boxing
Silat
Grappling
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of expertise in authentic martial arts lineages
- Our instructors are certified under global martial arts authorities
- Family-friendly environment with age-specific training programs
- Structured curriculum combining multiple combat disciplines
- Regular workshops with internationally renowned martial artists
What people say
Expert instructors
Family-friendly atmosphere
Effective self-defence techniques
Structured curriculum
Confidence building
Services
Jeet Kune Do
Bruce Lee's revolutionary martial art focusing on adaptability and efficiency. Combines striking, trapping, and grappling techniques with philosophical principles. Ideal for developing situational awareness and practical self-defence skills. Training includes energy drills and wooden dummy forms to enhance combat reflexes.
Filipino Martial Arts
Comprehensive combat system covering empty-hand and weapon-based techniques. Students learn stick fighting, knife defence, and disarming methods using everyday objects. Emphasizes angles of attack and limb manipulation for effective self-protection in various scenarios.
Thai Boxing
Stand-up striking combat using fists, elbows, knees, and shins. Develops powerful strikes and defensive footwork. Incorporates clinch fighting techniques to control opponents at close range while building exceptional cardiovascular endurance.
Silat
Traditional Indonesian self-defence system featuring fluid movements and deceptive techniques. Combines strikes, joint locks, and pressure point targeting with philosophical teachings. Enhances body awareness and adaptability in dynamic combat situations.
Grappling
Practical ground combat techniques from Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Judo. Covers pins, escapes, and submission holds for effective control and restraint. Training includes standing grappling applications for real-world self-defence scenarios.
People
Jason Boh
Head Instructor
Martial arts expert with 40+ years experience, certified by Dan Inosanto. Holds black belts in multiple disciplines and teaches private lessons globally. Developed structured curriculum for student progression.
Dave Savage
Instructor Level 4
Taekwondo black belt since 1998, certified under Jason Boh in 2022. Trained with Terry Barnett and Dan Inosanto. Specializes in integrating traditional techniques with modern teaching methods for effective skill development.
Terry Wong
Instructor Level 3
Started martial arts at age 12, achieved black belt under Jason Boh. Regularly trains with global instructors including Dan Inosanto. Focuses on technical precision and philosophical aspects of Jeet Kune Do.
Lydia Nolan
Instructor Level 1
Achieved black belt at 14, became junior instructor in 2021. Specializes in teaching children aged 5-7, developing foundational skills through engaging, age-appropriate training methods that build confidence and discipline.
Jim Lipscomb
Trainee Instructor
Black belt in Taiho Jutsu and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu blue belt. Certified trainee instructor since 2024, specializing in grappling techniques. Trained with Dan Inosanto in Los Angeles and Italy.
Questions
What martial arts styles do you teach?
We teach Jeet Kune Do, Filipino Martial Arts, Thai Boxing, Silat, and grappling techniques from Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Judo.
Are classes available for beginners?
Yes, our structured curriculum accommodates all skill levels from complete beginners to advanced practitioners with personalized progression paths.
What age groups do you cater for?
We offer classes for children aged 5+ and adults, with specialized programs for juniors and seniors maintaining age-appropriate training methods.
Can I try a class before committing?
Yes, we offer free trial lessons for all prospective students to experience our training environment and teaching methods.
Do you offer private tuition?
Yes, we provide 121 private lessons tailored to individual requirements with flexible scheduling options for personalized skill development.
Are there grading opportunities?
Yes, we conduct formal gradings every 3-4 months with 6 grades to black belt across three progressive training phases.
