A family dojo in Kalamazoo where kids, women, beginners, and lifelong grapplers train side by side.
Owner & Head Instructor
Chris Snyder has been grappling his whole life — and has spent decades teaching it to kids and adults in Kalamazoo.
He built Snyder Dojo around a simple idea: martial arts should make people stronger, more confident, and kinder to each other. That's why the mat here has no room for egos. Safety and comfort come first, nobody is pressured to compete, and every beginner gets real attention from day one.
Parents notice it right away. Review after review says the same thing — Chris is patient, encouraging, and wonderful with the kids, from shy five-year-olds to three-year-olds in their very first class.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Instructor
Snyder Dojo's BJJ program is an official Kroyler Gracie Jiu-Jitsu affiliate school, so students follow the association's curriculum and can train at its other locations.
You'll roll with people who want you to get better — and come back next week. Partners match your pace.
Kids, parents, women, beginners, and experienced judoka and grapplers all train under the same roof.
$60 a month covers every class, families save, and there's no contract. Your first class is free.
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars across 21 Google reviews.
A friendly and welcoming dojo to people of all skill levels with no pressure to compete. Making sure people are safe and comfortable is a top priority. The instructor, Chris Snyder, has decades of experience with both kids and adults. There is no better dojo to bring your kids to and/or take classes yourself.
Beyond being extremely skilled in judo and grappling, Chris Snyder created a fun and well-structured learning environment. I always felt better about myself after every class. … Also, the fees are incredibly reasonable and there are no contracts.
Great friendly instruction. Chris was a national champion in Judo and does an excellent job of conveying information to his students.
Stop by any class on the schedule. Bring the kids.